Balaranga
Balaranga is a village located in Binika tehsil of Subarnapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Binika (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Subarnapur. As per 2009 stats, Sindurpur is the gram panchayat of Balaranga village.
Balaranga has its own place in the vibrant Subarnapur 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 Balaranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaranga is 419045. The village spans a total geographical area of 419 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767019. Binika is nearest town to Balaranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balaranga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bolangir Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balaranga
Population of Balaranga
Below is a concise population overview of Balaranga 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 | 1,316 | 667 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 50 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 574 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 93 | 221 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balaranga village:
- The total population of Balaranga village is around 1,316, including approximately 667 males and 649 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Balaranga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balaranga village has 305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balaranga village is about 76.14%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 65.95%.
- There are around 311 households in Balaranga village.
Connectivity of Balaranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaranga. As per the 2011 stats, Balaranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balaranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Balaranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balaranga
- Where is Balaranga located?
- Balaranga village is situated in Binika Tehsil, within the Subarnapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balaranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balaranga is Sindurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balaranga?
- The pincode of Balaranga is 767019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaranga is 1,316, with 667 males and 649 females.
- How many households are there in Balaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balaranga village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balaranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaranga is 76.14%. The male literacy rate is 86.06%, while the female literacy rate is 65.95%.