Balota - Hansot, Bharuch
Balota is a village situated in the Hansot taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hansot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Balota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balota is 522424. The village covers a total geographical area of 1315.91 hectares and falls under the 394810 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Balota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balota
As per Census 2011, Balota village has a total population of 1,205 people, consisting of 613 males and 592 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 613 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 106 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 495 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 118 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Balota
Balota 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 Balota
Balota 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Balota is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Balota is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balota 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balota
Where is Balota located?
Balota village is located in Hansot Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balota?
Balota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balota?
The pincode of Balota is 394810.
What is the population of Balota?
Balota has a total population of 1,205, including 613 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Balota?
There are 281 households in Balota.
What is the literacy rate in Balota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balota is 74.11%. Male literacy is 80.75% and female literacy is 67.23%.