Balacola
Balacola is a village located in Kundah taluka of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kundah (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Udhagamandalam. As per 2009 stats, Balacola village is also a gram panchayat.
Balacola has its own place in the vibrant The Nilgiris 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 Balacola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balacola is 635119. The village spans a total geographical area of 3101.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 643003. Bikkatty is nearest town to Balacola village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balacola
Population of Balacola
Below is a concise population overview of Balacola 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 | 13,622 | 6,515 | 7,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 446 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,253 | 2,105 | 2,148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 10,923 | 5,633 | 5,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,699 | 882 | 1,817 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balacola village:
- The total population of Balacola village is around 13,622, including approximately 6,515 males and 7,107 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 871 children aged 0–6 years in Balacola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balacola village has 4,253 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balacola village is about 80.19%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 74.43%.
- There are around 4,097 households in Balacola village.
Connectivity of Balacola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balacola. As per the 2011 stats, Balacola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balacola
Knowing the nearby villages of Balacola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balacola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balacola
- Where is Balacola located?
- Balacola village is situated in Kundah Taluka, within the The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balacola?
- Balacola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balacola?
- The pincode of Balacola is 643003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balacola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balacola is 13,622, with 6,515 males and 7,107 females.
- How many households are there in Balacola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balacola village has a total of 4,097 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balacola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balacola is 80.19%. The male literacy rate is 86.46%, while the female literacy rate is 74.43%.