Balenga
Balenga is a village 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.
Balenga has its own place in the vibrant Nabarangapur 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 Balenga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balenga is 427849. The village spans a total geographical area of 1088 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764075. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Balenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balenga 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 Dabugam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balenga
Population of Balenga
Below is a concise population overview of Balenga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,960 | 959 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 152 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 136 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,032 | 502 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 424 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,335 | 535 | 800 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balenga village:
- The total population of Balenga village is around 1,960, including approximately 959 males and 1,001 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 313 children aged 0–6 years in Balenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balenga village has 286 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,032 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balenga village is about 31.89%, with male literacy at 44.21% and female literacy at 20.08%.
- There are around 435 households in Balenga village.
Connectivity of Balenga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balenga. As per the 2011 stats, Balenga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balenga
Knowing the nearby villages of Balenga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balenga.
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%.