Balot - Vanthali, Junagadh
Balot is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Balot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balot is 514415. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.16 hectares and falls under the 362610 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Balot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balot
According to the 2011 Census, Balot village had a total population of 2,527 people, including 1,291 males and 1,236 females, living in 505 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 483, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 2,527 | 1,291 | 1,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 248 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 46 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 958 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 333 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Balot
Balot 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 Balot
Balot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Vanthali to Balot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Balot is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balot 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balot
Where is Balot located?
Balot village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balot?
Balot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balot?
The pincode of Balot is 362610.
What is the population of Balot?
Balot had a total population of 2,527, including 1,291 males and 1,236 females.
How many households are there in Balot?
Balot had 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balot was 72.92%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 62.71%.