Balikotha
Balikotha is a village located in Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Rairangpur (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Bankati is the gram panchayat of Balikotha village.
Balikotha has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Balikotha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balikotha is 388281. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757050. Rairangpur is nearest town to Balikotha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Balikotha
Below is a concise population overview of Balikotha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 320 | 162 | 158 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 139 | 137 |
Literate Population | 132 | 84 | 48 |
Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balikotha village:
- The total population of Balikotha village is around 320, including approximately 162 males and 158 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Balikotha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balikotha village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balikotha village is about 41.25%, with male literacy at 51.85% and female literacy at 30.38%.
- There are around 75 households in Balikotha village.
Connectivity of Balikotha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balikotha. As per the 2011 stats, Balikotha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Balikotha
Knowing the nearby villages of Balikotha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balikotha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balikotha
- Where is Balikotha located?
- Balikotha village is situated in Rairangpur Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balikotha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balikotha is Bankati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balikotha?
- The pincode of Balikotha is 757050, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balikotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikotha is 320, with 162 males and 158 females.
- How many households are there in Balikotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balikotha village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balikotha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikotha is 41.25%. The male literacy rate is 51.85%, while the female literacy rate is 30.38%.