Balana - Jafrabad, Amreli
Balana is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Balana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balana is 515922. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.08 hectares and falls under the 365540 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Balana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balana
According to the 2011 Census, Balana village had a total population of 1,701 people, including 867 males and 834 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.42%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 45.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,701 | 867 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 551 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 316 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Balana
Balana 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 Balana
Balana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jafrabad to Balana is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Balana is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balana
Where is Balana located?
Balana village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
Balana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 365540.
What is the population of Balana?
Balana had a total population of 1,701, including 867 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Balana?
Balana had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balana was 60.42%. Male literacy was 75.07% and female literacy was 45.18%.