Balichua

Balichua is a village located in Sharata tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Sharata (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Kalamgadia is the gram panchayat of Balichua village.

Balichua 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 Balichua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balichua is 391271. The village spans a total geographical area of 348 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757079. Udala is nearest town to Balichua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balichua village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balichua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 726 351 375
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 162 77 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 702 342 360
Literate Population 205 133 72
Illiterate Population 521 218 303

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

  • The total population of Balichua village is around 726, including approximately 351 males and 375 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Balichua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balichua village has 702 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balichua village is about 28.24%, with male literacy at 37.89% and female literacy at 19.20%.
  • There are around 123 households in Balichua village.

Connectivity of Balichua

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

Nearby Villages of Balichua

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

Kalamgadia Prafullachandrapur Dugudha Sukhuapata Hill Kathachua Ramchandrapur Dolipada Tolagadia Padmapokhari Mituani Badbaliposi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balichua

Where is Balichua located?
Balichua village is situated in Sharata Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichua is Kalamgadia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balichua?
The pincode of Balichua is 757079, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balichua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balichua is 726, with 351 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Balichua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balichua village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balichua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balichua is 28.24%. The male literacy rate is 37.89%, while the female literacy rate is 19.20%.