Balakua
Balakua is a village located in Adva tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Adva (tehsildar office) and 136km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Dengaskhal is the gram panchayat of Balakua village.
Here you can discover what makes Balakua unique in its vibrant Adva-Gajapati region. You’ll see Balakua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balakua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakua is 413608. The village spans a total geographical area of 31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761217. Digapahandi is nearest town to Balakua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
Google Map of Balakua
Population of Balakua
According to the 2011 Census, Balakua has a total population of about 429, with approximately 205 males and 224 females. The sex ratio is around 1092 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 422. The overall literacy rate is approximately 6.99%, with male literacy at about 8.78% and female literacy near 5.36%. There are around 83 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balakua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 429 | 205 | 224 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 61 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 201 | 221 |
Literate Population | 30 | 18 | 12 |
Illiterate Population | 399 | 187 | 212 |
Connectivity of Balakua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balakua. As per the 2011 stats, Balakua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balakua
Knowing the nearby villages of Balakua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balakua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balakua
- Where is Balakua located?
- Balakua village is situated in Adva Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balakua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balakua is Dengaskhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balakua?
- The pincode of Balakua is 761217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balakua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakua is 429, with 205 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Balakua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balakua village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balakua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakua is 6.99%. The male literacy rate is 8.78%, while the female literacy rate is 5.36%.