Balagaon
Balagaon is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Mandil is the gram panchayat of Balagaon village.
Balagaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Balagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balagaon is 424089. The village spans a total geographical area of 354 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766013. Junagarh is nearest town to Balagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Balagaon
Population of Balagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Balagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 506 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 74 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 310 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 196 | 315 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balagaon village:
- The total population of Balagaon village is around 1,009, including approximately 506 males and 503 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Balagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balagaon village has 182 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balagaon village is about 49.36%, with male literacy at 61.26% and female literacy at 37.38%.
- There are around 245 households in Balagaon village.
Connectivity of Balagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Balagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Balagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balagaon
- Where is Balagaon located?
- Balagaon village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balagaon is Mandil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balagaon?
- The pincode of Balagaon is 766013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagaon is 1,009, with 506 males and 503 females.
- How many households are there in Balagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balagaon village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagaon is 49.36%. The male literacy rate is 61.26%, while the female literacy rate is 37.38%.