Balana
About Balana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balana village is 515922. Balana village is located in Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jafrabad (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Balana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 428.08 hectares. Balana has a total population of 1,701 peoples, out of which male population is 867 while female population is 834. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balana village is 51.15% out of which 63.55% males and 38.25% females are literate. There are about 287 houses in balana village. Pincode of balana village locality is 365601.
When it comes to administration, Balana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balana village comes under Rajula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amreli Lok Sabha constituency. Jafrabad is nearest town to balana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Balana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,701 | 867 | 834 |
| Children (0-6) | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 870 | 551 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 316 | 515 |
Connectivity of Balana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balana
Where is Balana located?
Balana village is situated in Jafrabad Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
Balana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 365601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balana is 1,701, with 867 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balana village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balana is 51.15%. The male literacy rate is 63.55%, while the female literacy rate is 38.25%.