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.
Balakua has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Balakua
Below is a concise population overview of Balakua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balakua village:
- The total population of Balakua village is around 429, including approximately 205 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 1092 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Balakua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balakua village has 422 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balakua village is about 6.99%, with male literacy at 8.78% and female literacy at 5.36%.
- There are around 83 households in Balakua village.
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%.