Balsi
About Balsi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balsi village is 422360. Balsi village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Balsi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 408 hectares. Balsi has a total population of 1,799 peoples, out of which male population is 911 while female population is 888. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balsi village is 56.70% out of which 66.74% males and 46.40% females are literate. There are about 510 houses in balsi village. Pincode of balsi village locality is 766012.
When it comes to administration, Balsi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balsi village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to balsi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Balsi
The population details of Balsi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 911 | 888 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 163 | 75 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 608 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 303 | 476 |
Connectivity of Balsi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balsi
Where is Balsi located?
Balsi village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsi?
Balsi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balsi?
The pincode of Balsi is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balsi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsi is 1,799, with 911 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Balsi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsi village has a total of 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsi is 56.70%. The male literacy rate is 66.74%, while the female literacy rate is 46.40%.