Balana
About Balana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balana village is 396904. Balana village is located in Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Marsaghai (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Dasipur is the gram panchayat of Balana village.
The total geographical area of village is 132 hectares. Balana has a total population of 477 peoples, out of which male population is 244 while female population is 233. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balana village is 76.52% out of which 81.97% males and 70.82% females are literate. There are about 114 houses in balana village. Pincode of balana village locality is 754213.
When it comes to administration, Balana 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, Balana village comes under Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency. Kendrapara is nearest town to balana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Balana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 244 | 233 |
| Children (0-6) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 365 | 200 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 44 | 68 |
Connectivity of Balana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balana
Where is Balana located?
Balana village is situated in Marsaghai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balana is Dasipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 754213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balana is 477, with 244 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balana village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balana is 76.52%. The male literacy rate is 81.97%, while the female literacy rate is 70.82%.