Balanga
Balanga is a village located in Nimapada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nimapada (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Balanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Balanga 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 Balanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanga is 409055. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752105. Nimapada is nearest town to Balanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Balanga
Population of Balanga
Below is a concise population overview of Balanga 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 | 5,673 | 2,882 | 2,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 309 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 427 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,392 | 2,368 | 2,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 514 | 767 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanga village:
- The total population of Balanga village is around 5,673, including approximately 2,882 males and 2,791 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 579 children aged 0–6 years in Balanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanga village has 851 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanga village is about 77.42%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 72.52%.
- There are around 1,320 households in Balanga village.
Connectivity of Balanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanga. As per the 2011 stats, Balanga 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 Balanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanga
- Where is Balanga located?
- Balanga village is situated in Nimapada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanga?
- Balanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balanga?
- The pincode of Balanga is 752105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanga is 5,673, with 2,882 males and 2,791 females.
- How many households are there in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanga village has a total of 1,320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanga is 77.42%. The male literacy rate is 82.17%, while the female literacy rate is 72.52%.