Ballok
Ballok is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ballok village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balluk I is the gram panchayat of Ballok village.
Ballok has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 Ballok
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballok is 344579. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721137. Tamluk is nearest town to Ballok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ballok
Population of Ballok
Below is a concise population overview of Ballok as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,565 | 1,834 | 1,731 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 157 | 177 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,855 | 1,567 | 1,288 |
Illiterate Population | 710 | 267 | 443 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ballok village:
- The total population of Ballok village is around 3,565, including approximately 1,834 males and 1,731 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Ballok village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ballok village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ballok village is about 80.08%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 74.41%.
- There are around 805 households in Ballok village.
Connectivity of Ballok
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballok. As per the 2011 stats, Ballok 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ballok
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballok helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballok.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballok
- Where is Ballok located?
- Ballok village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballok?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ballok is Balluk I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ballok?
- The pincode of Ballok is 721137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballok as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballok is 3,565, with 1,834 males and 1,731 females.
- How many households are there in Ballok as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballok village has a total of 805 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballok as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballok is 80.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.44%, while the female literacy rate is 74.41%.