Balkonda - Balkonda, Nizamabad
Balkonda is a village situated in the Balkonda mandal of Nizamabad district, Telangana. Balkonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkonda is 570803. The village covers a total geographical area of 2108 hectares and falls under the 503217 pincode. Armur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balkonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balkonda
As per Census 2011, Balkonda village has a total population of 15,644 people, consisting of 7,497 males and 8,147 females. The village has 3,720 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,848 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,598 literate and 7,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,967 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 489 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,644 | 7,497 | 8,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,848 | 947 | 901 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,967 | 930 | 1,037 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 233 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 8,598 | 4,801 | 3,797 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,046 | 2,696 | 4,350 |
Nearby Villages of Balkonda
Balkonda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balkonda
Balkonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Armur to Balkonda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Balkonda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balkonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balkonda
Where is Balkonda located?
Balkonda village is located in Balkonda Mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkonda?
Balkonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkonda?
The pincode of Balkonda is 503217.
What is the population of Balkonda?
Balkonda has a total population of 15,644, including 7,497 males and 8,147 females.
How many households are there in Balkonda?
There are 3,720 households in Balkonda.
What is the literacy rate in Balkonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkonda is 54.96%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 46.61%.