Balva
About Balva
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balva village is 511129. Balva village is located in Kalol taluka of Gandhinagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kalol (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Gandhinagar. As per 2009 stats, Balva village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1305 hectares. Balva has a total population of 6,504 peoples, out of which male population is 3,390 while female population is 3,114. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 918 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balva village is 71.08% out of which 76.93% males and 64.71% females are literate. There are about 1,330 houses in balva village. Pincode of balva village locality is 382721.
When it comes to administration, Balva 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, Balva village comes under Mansa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mahesana Lok Sabha constituency. Mansa is nearest town to balva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Balva
The population details of Balva cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,504 | 3,390 | 3,114 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 792 | 449 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 336 | 180 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,623 | 2,608 | 2,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 782 | 1,099 |
Connectivity of Balva
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balva
Where is Balva located?
Balva village is situated in Kalol Taluka, within the Gandhinagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balva?
Balva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balva?
The pincode of Balva is 382721, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balva is 6,504, with 3,390 males and 3,114 females.
How many households are there in Balva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balva village has a total of 1,330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balva as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balva is 71.08%. The male literacy rate is 76.93%, while the female literacy rate is 64.71%.