Balsa
Balsa is a village located in Rampurhat Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Margram. Suri is the district headquarter of Balsa village. As per 2009 stats, Dunigram is the gram panchayat of Balsa village.
Here you can discover what makes Balsa unique in its vibrant Rampurhat Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Balsa’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 Balsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsa is 316476. The village spans a total geographical area of 389.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731241. Rampurhat is nearest town to Balsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Balsa
Population of Balsa
According to the 2011 Census, Balsa has a total population of about 1,312, with approximately 668 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 934 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.11%, with male literacy at about 61.53% and female literacy near 48.45%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,312 | 668 | 644 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 934 | 480 | 454 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 723 | 411 | 312 |
Illiterate Population | 589 | 257 | 332 |
Connectivity of Balsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsa. As per the 2011 stats, Balsa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsa
- Where is Balsa located?
- Balsa village is situated in Rampurhat Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balsa is Dunigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balsa?
- The pincode of Balsa is 731241, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsa is 1,312, with 668 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsa village has a total of 383 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsa is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 61.53%, while the female literacy rate is 48.45%.