Balanda
Balanda is a village located in Brahmani Tarang tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmani Tarang (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Balanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Balanda has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh 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 Balanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanda is 384577. The village spans a total geographical area of 1213 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770031. Raurkela is nearest town to Balanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balanda 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 Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balanda
Population of Balanda
Below is a concise population overview of Balanda 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 | 3,834 | 1,947 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 283 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,976 | 1,494 | 1,482 |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,275 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,765 | 672 | 1,093 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanda village:
- The total population of Balanda village is around 3,834, including approximately 1,947 males and 1,887 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 596 children aged 0–6 years in Balanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanda village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,976 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanda village is about 53.96%, with male literacy at 65.49% and female literacy at 42.08%.
- There are around 825 households in Balanda village.
Connectivity of Balanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanda. As per the 2011 stats, Balanda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanda
- Where is Balanda located?
- Balanda village is situated in Brahmani Tarang Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanda?
- Balanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balanda?
- The pincode of Balanda is 770031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanda is 3,834, with 1,947 males and 1,887 females.
- How many households are there in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanda village has a total of 825 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanda is 53.96%. The male literacy rate is 65.49%, while the female literacy rate is 42.08%.