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.
Here you can discover what makes Ballam unique in its vibrant Kisinda-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Ballam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Ballam has a total population of about 1,774, with approximately 888 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 626. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.71%, with male literacy at about 77.93% and female literacy near 59.48%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ballam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.