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.
Here you can discover what makes Balacola unique in its vibrant Kundah-The Nilgiris region. You’ll see Balacola’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Balacola has a total population of about 13,622, with approximately 6,515 males and 7,107 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 871 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,253 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.19%, with male literacy at about 86.46% and female literacy near 74.43%. There are around 4,097 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balacola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.