Balapur
Balapur is a village located in Bagasara taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bagasara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Balapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Balapur has its own place in the vibrant Amreli 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 Balapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balapur is 515642. The village spans a total geographical area of 1203.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365456. Bagasara is nearest town to Balapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balapur 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 Dhari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balapur
Population of Balapur
Below is a concise population overview of Balapur 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 | 2,081 | 1,018 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 195 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,410 | 763 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 255 | 416 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balapur village:
- The total population of Balapur village is around 2,081, including approximately 1,018 males and 1,063 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Balapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balapur village has 394 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balapur village is about 67.76%, with male literacy at 74.95% and female literacy at 60.87%.
- There are around 467 households in Balapur village.
Connectivity of Balapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balapur. As per the 2011 stats, Balapur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balapur
- Where is Balapur located?
- Balapur village is situated in Bagasara Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balapur?
- Balapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balapur?
- The pincode of Balapur is 365456, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balapur is 2,081, with 1,018 males and 1,063 females.
- How many households are there in Balapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balapur village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balapur is 67.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.95%, while the female literacy rate is 60.87%.