Balakia
Balakia is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Rebingia is the gram panchayat of Balakia village.
Balakia has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 Balakia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balakia is 416655. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Balakia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 87km away.
Google Map of Balakia
Population of Balakia
Below is a concise population overview of Balakia 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 | 337 | 157 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 109 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 48 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balakia village:
- The total population of Balakia village is around 337, including approximately 157 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1146 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Balakia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balakia village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 235 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balakia village is about 48.96%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 31.11%.
- There are around 65 households in Balakia village.
Connectivity of Balakia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balakia. As per the 2011 stats, Balakia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balakia
Knowing the nearby villages of Balakia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balakia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balakia
- Where is Balakia located?
- Balakia village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balakia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balakia is Rebingia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balakia?
- The pincode of Balakia is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakia is 337, with 157 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Balakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balakia village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balakia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakia is 48.96%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 31.11%.