Balapar - Rajula, Amreli
Balapar is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Balapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapar is 515938. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.16 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balapar 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 Balapar
As per Census 2011, Balapar village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 454 males and 397 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 454 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 256 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 198 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Balapar
Balapar 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 Balapar
Public transport in the Balapar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajula to Balapar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Balapar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balapar
Where is Balapar located?
Balapar village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapar?
Balapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balapar?
The pincode of Balapar is 365560.
What is the population of Balapar?
Balapar has a total population of 851, including 454 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Balapar?
There are 129 households in Balapar.
What is the literacy rate in Balapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapar is 49.35%. Male literacy is 56.39% and female literacy is 41.31%.