Balsamand - Balsamand St, Hisar
Balsamand is a village situated in the Balsamand St tehsil of Hisar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 26 km from Hisar and around 26 km from Hisar. Balsamand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsamand is 060903. The village covers a total geographical area of 6838 hectares and falls under the 125004 pincode.
Balsamand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Adampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hisar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balsamand
As per Census 2011, Balsamand village has a total population of 12,835 people, consisting of 6,747 males and 6,088 females. The village has 2,362 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,806 literate and 5,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsamand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,835 | 6,747 | 6,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,521 | 806 | 715 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,862 | 1,500 | 1,362 |
| Literate Population | 7,806 | 4,775 | 3,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,029 | 1,972 | 3,057 |
Nearby Villages of Balsamand
Balsamand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mojana | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Bhiwani Rohila | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Ratanpura | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Sundawas | North-East | 6.55 km |
| Bibipura | South | 7.05 km |
| Gorchi | East | 8.11 km |
| Dabri | South-West | 8.11 km |
| Banda Heri | North-West | 8.51 km |
| Dobhi | North | 8.79 km |
| Siswala | North-East | 8.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balsamand
Balsamand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charaud, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| 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 Hisar to Balsamand is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsamand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsamand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balsamand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsamand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balsamand
Where is Balsamand located?
Balsamand village is located in Balsamand St Tehsil, Hisar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsamand?
Balsamand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balsamand?
The pincode of Balsamand is 125004.
What is the population of Balsamand?
Balsamand has a total population of 12,835, including 6,747 males and 6,088 females.
How many households are there in Balsamand?
There are 2,362 households in Balsamand.
What is the literacy rate in Balsamand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsamand is 60.82%. Male literacy is 70.77% and female literacy is 49.79%.