Ballopur - Halsi, Lakhisarai
Ballopur is a village situated in the Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halsi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Ballopur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballopur is 243748. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ballopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballopur
As per Census 2011, Ballopur village has a total population of 3,250 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,540 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,225 literate and 2,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,086 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,250 | 1,710 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 320 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,086 | 573 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 804 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,025 | 906 | 1,119 |
Nearby Villages of Ballopur
Ballopur 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 Ballopur
Ballopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Ballopur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ballopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballopur
Where is Ballopur located?
Ballopur village is located in Halsi Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballopur?
Ballopur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ballopur?
The pincode of Ballopur is 811311.
What is the population of Ballopur?
Ballopur has a total population of 3,250, including 1,710 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Ballopur?
There are 430 households in Ballopur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballopur is 37.69%. Male literacy is 47.02% and female literacy is 27.34%.