Balara
Balara is a village located in Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kakatpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kantapada is the gram panchayat of Balara village.
Balara has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Balara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balara is 409127. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752108. Nimapada is nearest town to Balara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Balara
Population of Balara
Below is a concise population overview of Balara 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 | 2,783 | 1,421 | 1,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 150 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 420 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,045 | 1,127 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 294 | 444 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balara village:
- The total population of Balara village is around 2,783, including approximately 1,421 males and 1,362 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Balara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balara village has 829 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balara village is about 73.48%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 67.40%.
- There are around 671 households in Balara village.
Connectivity of Balara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balara. As per the 2011 stats, Balara 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 Balara
Knowing the nearby villages of Balara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balara
- Where is Balara located?
- Balara village is situated in Kakatpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balara is Kantapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balara?
- The pincode of Balara is 752108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balara is 2,783, with 1,421 males and 1,362 females.
- How many households are there in Balara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balara village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balara is 73.48%. The male literacy rate is 79.31%, while the female literacy rate is 67.40%.