Balagan

Balagan is a village located in Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Bishamakatak (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Bhatpur is the gram panchayat of Balagan village.

Balagan has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 Balagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balagan is 425366. The village spans a total geographical area of 87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765019. Rayagada is nearest town to Balagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Balagan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 167 77 90
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 12 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 132 61 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 94 45 49
Illiterate Population 73 32 41

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

  • The total population of Balagan village is around 167, including approximately 77 males and 90 females, with a sex ratio of 1168 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Balagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balagan village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balagan village is about 56.29%, with male literacy at 58.44% and female literacy at 54.44%.
  • There are around 30 households in Balagan village.

Connectivity of Balagan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balagan. As per the 2011 stats, Balagan 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balagan

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

Hirisamoti Brundabadi Bhatapur Konadi Mandaguda Putruguda Bondhuguda Nundrujholi Sikampadar Dhepaguda Kapapadar

Frequently Asked Questions about Balagan

Where is Balagan located?
Balagan village is situated in Bishamakatak Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balagan is Bhatpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balagan?
The pincode of Balagan is 765019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagan is 167, with 77 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balagan village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagan is 56.29%. The male literacy rate is 58.44%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.