Balasar - Rapar, Kachchh
Balasar is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Balasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balasar is 506534. The village covers a total geographical area of 8822.9 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Balasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balasar
As per Census 2011, Balasar village has a total population of 3,965 people, consisting of 2,023 males and 1,942 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 763 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 2,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,965 | 2,023 | 1,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 763 | 413 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 250 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 1,043 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,269 | 980 | 1,289 |
Nearby Villages of Balasar
Balasar 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 Balasar
Balasar 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 Rapar to Balasar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Balasar is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balasar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balasar
Where is Balasar located?
Balasar village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balasar?
Balasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balasar?
The pincode of Balasar is 370165.
What is the population of Balasar?
Balasar has a total population of 3,965, including 2,023 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Balasar?
There are 741 households in Balasar.
What is the literacy rate in Balasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balasar is 42.77%. Male literacy is 51.56% and female literacy is 33.63%.