Balikana

Balikana is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Ostia is the gram panchayat of Balikana village.

Balikana has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Balikana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balikana is 395924. The village spans a total geographical area of 258 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754246. Pattamundai is nearest town to Balikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Balikana

Below is a concise population overview of Balikana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,604 784 820
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 99 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 344 164 180
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,087 573 514
Illiterate Population 517 211 306

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balikana village:

  • The total population of Balikana village is around 1,604, including approximately 784 males and 820 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Balikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balikana village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balikana village is about 67.77%, with male literacy at 73.09% and female literacy at 62.68%.
  • There are around 347 households in Balikana village.

Connectivity of Balikana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balikana. As per the 2011 stats, Balikana 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balikana

Knowing the nearby villages of Balikana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balikana.

Manikhandi Baradia Sanolara Jaganathpursasan Bhagabanpur Belpal Belpaldia Bandhapatana Ostia Nagada Naladia

Frequently Asked Questions about Balikana

Where is Balikana located?
Balikana village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikana is Ostia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balikana?
The pincode of Balikana is 754246, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikana is 1,604, with 784 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Balikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balikana village has a total of 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikana is 67.77%. The male literacy rate is 73.09%, while the female literacy rate is 62.68%.