Balol - Mahudha, Kheda
Balol is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Balol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balol is 517661. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.09 hectares and falls under the 387335 pincode. Mahudha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Balol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balol
According to the 2011 Census, Balol village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 996 males and 941 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 96.61% and female literacy at 90.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 1,937 | 996 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 854 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 142 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Balol
Balol 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 Balol
Public transport in the Balol is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mahudha to Balol is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Balol 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 Balol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balol 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 Balol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balol 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balol
Where is Balol located?
Balol village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balol?
Balol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balol?
The pincode of Balol is 387335.
What is the population of Balol?
Balol had a total population of 1,937, including 996 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Balol?
Balol had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balol was 93.75%. Male literacy was 96.61% and female literacy was 90.70%.