Ballam
Ballam is a village located in Kisinda tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kisinda (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Ballam village is also a gram panchayat.
Ballam has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur 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 Ballam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballam is 382065. The village spans a total geographical area of 967 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768106. Redhakhol is nearest town to Ballam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Ballam
Population of Ballam
Below is a concise population overview of Ballam 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 | 1,774 | 888 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 326 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 692 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 196 | 359 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ballam village:
- The total population of Ballam village is around 1,774, including approximately 888 males and 886 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Ballam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ballam village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 626 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ballam village is about 68.71%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 59.48%.
- There are around 414 households in Ballam village.
Connectivity of Ballam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballam. As per the 2011 stats, Ballam 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 Ballam
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballam
- Where is Ballam located?
- Ballam village is situated in Kisinda Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballam?
- Ballam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ballam?
- The pincode of Ballam is 768106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballam is 1,774, with 888 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballam village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballam is 68.71%. The male literacy rate is 77.93%, while the female literacy rate is 59.48%.