Balguma
Balguma is a village located in Onda subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.7km away from sub-district headquarter Onda. Bankura is the district headquarter of Balguma village. As per 2009 stats, Ratanpur is the gram panchayat of Balguma village.
Balguma has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Balguma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balguma is 328335. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722144. Bankure is nearest town to Balguma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Balguma
Population of Balguma
Below is a concise population overview of Balguma 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 | 1,504 | 772 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 122 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 977 | 495 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 468 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 304 | 386 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balguma village:
- The total population of Balguma village is around 1,504, including approximately 772 males and 732 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 214 children aged 0–6 years in Balguma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balguma village has 977 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balguma village is about 54.12%, with male literacy at 60.62% and female literacy at 47.27%.
- There are around 296 households in Balguma village.
Connectivity of Balguma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balguma. As per the 2011 stats, Balguma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balguma
Knowing the nearby villages of Balguma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balguma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balguma
- Where is Balguma located?
- Balguma village is situated in Onda Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balguma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balguma is Ratanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balguma?
- The pincode of Balguma is 722144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balguma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balguma is 1,504, with 772 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Balguma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balguma village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balguma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balguma is 54.12%. The male literacy rate is 60.62%, while the female literacy rate is 47.27%.