Balsunda
Balsunda is a village located in Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.6km away from sub-district headquarter Ahmadpur. Suri is the district headquarter of Balsunda village. As per 2009 stats, Banagram is the gram panchayat of Balsunda village.
Balsunda has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Balsunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsunda is 317310. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731234. Sainthia is nearest town to Balsunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balsunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sainthia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balsunda
Population of Balsunda
Below is a concise population overview of Balsunda 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 | 2,840 | 1,494 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 366 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 2,031 | 1,163 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 331 | 478 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balsunda village:
- The total population of Balsunda village is around 2,840, including approximately 1,494 males and 1,346 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Balsunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balsunda village has 701 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 141 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balsunda village is about 71.51%, with male literacy at 77.84% and female literacy at 64.49%.
- There are around 675 households in Balsunda village.
Connectivity of Balsunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsunda. As per the 2011 stats, Balsunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balsunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsunda
- Where is Balsunda located?
- Balsunda village is situated in Sainthia Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balsunda is Banagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balsunda?
- The pincode of Balsunda is 731234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balsunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsunda is 2,840, with 1,494 males and 1,346 females.
- How many households are there in Balsunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsunda village has a total of 675 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsunda is 71.51%. The male literacy rate is 77.84%, while the female literacy rate is 64.49%.