Balani

Balani is a village located in Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Lathikata (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Lathikata is the gram panchayat of Balani village.

Balani 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 Balani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balani is 384641. The village spans a total geographical area of 580 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770037. Raurkela is nearest town to Balani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Balani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,693 862 831
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 78 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 67 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,326 673 653
Literate Population 1,112 644 468
Illiterate Population 581 218 363

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

  • The total population of Balani village is around 1,693, including approximately 862 males and 831 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Balani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balani village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,326 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balani village is about 65.68%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 56.32%.
  • There are around 346 households in Balani village.

Connectivity of Balani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balani. As per the 2011 stats, Balani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Balani

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

Karlakhaman Tepatoli Sannuatoli Badnuagaon Timjore Turiberna Kulamunda Ergeda Sanmanko Jangidiri Lathikata

Frequently Asked Questions about Balani

Where is Balani located?
Balani village is situated in Lathikata Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balani?
The Gram Panchayat of Balani is Lathikata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balani?
The pincode of Balani is 770037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balani is 1,693, with 862 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Balani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balani village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balani is 65.68%. The male literacy rate is 74.71%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.