Balunka

Balunka is a village located in Nimapada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Nimapada (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Chhanijanga is the gram panchayat of Balunka village.

Balunka 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 Balunka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balunka is 409004. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752120. Nimapada is nearest town to Balunka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Balunka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 824 389 435
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 43 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 77 34 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 612 311 301
Illiterate Population 212 78 134

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

  • The total population of Balunka village is around 824, including approximately 389 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 1118 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Balunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balunka village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balunka village is about 74.27%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 69.20%.
  • There are around 175 households in Balunka village.

Connectivity of Balunka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balunka. As per the 2011 stats, Balunka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balunka

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

Garaamarprasad Odaguan Jalachhatra Tentuliguan Ateihuda Sudarekha Khorada Chhanijanga Janra Begunia Keutasalada

Frequently Asked Questions about Balunka

Where is Balunka located?
Balunka village is situated in Nimapada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balunka?
The Gram Panchayat of Balunka is Chhanijanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balunka?
The pincode of Balunka is 752120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balunka is 824, with 389 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Balunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balunka village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balunka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balunka is 74.27%. The male literacy rate is 79.95%, while the female literacy rate is 69.20%.