Balenga
About Balenga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balenga village is 427849. Balenga village is located in Kosagumuda tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kosagumuda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Balenga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1088 hectares. Balenga has a total population of 1,960 peoples, out of which male population is 959 while female population is 1,001. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1043 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balenga village is 31.89% out of which 44.21% males and 20.08% females are literate. There are about 435 houses in balenga village. Pincode of balenga village locality is 764075.
When it comes to administration, Balenga 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, Balenga village comes under Dabugam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nabarangapur is nearest town to balenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
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Population of Balenga
The population details of Balenga 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 | 1,960 | 959 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 313 | 152 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 286 | 136 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,032 | 502 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 424 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,335 | 535 | 800 |
Connectivity of Balenga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balenga
Where is Balenga located?
Balenga village is situated in Kosagumuda Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balenga?
Balenga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balenga?
The pincode of Balenga is 764075, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balenga is 1,960, with 959 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balenga village has a total of 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balenga is 31.89%. The male literacy rate is 44.21%, while the female literacy rate is 20.08%.