Balka
About Balka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balka village is 390416. Balka village is located in Baisinga tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baisinga (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Gadadeulia is the gram panchayat of Balka village.
The total geographical area of village is 378 hectares. Balka has a total population of 1,573 peoples, out of which male population is 785 while female population is 788. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1003 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balka village is 50.41% out of which 59.36% males and 41.50% females are literate. There are about 316 houses in balka village. Pincode of balka village locality is 757082.
Baleshwar is nearest town to balka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Balka
The population details of Balka 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 | 1,573 | 785 | 788 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 236 | 110 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,011 | 491 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 466 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 319 | 461 |
Connectivity of Balka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balka
Where is Balka located?
Balka village is situated in Baisinga Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balka?
The Gram Panchayat of Balka is Gadadeulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balka?
The pincode of Balka is 757082, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balka is 1,573, with 785 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Balka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balka village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balka is 50.41%. The male literacy rate is 59.36%, while the female literacy rate is 41.50%.