Ballah - Ballah St, Karnal
Ballah is a village situated in the Ballah St tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 18 km from Assandh and around 33 km from Karnal. Ballah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballah is 059339. The village covers a total geographical area of 2587 hectares and falls under the 132040 pincode. Assandh is the nearest town.
Ballah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Assandh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballah
As per Census 2011, Ballah village has a total population of 15,187 people, consisting of 8,249 males and 6,938 females. The village has 2,803 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,018 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,441 literate and 5,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,187 | 8,249 | 6,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,018 | 1,143 | 875 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,108 | 1,132 | 976 |
| Literate Population | 9,441 | 5,768 | 3,673 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,746 | 2,481 | 3,265 |
Nearby Villages of Ballah
Ballah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mor Majra | South | 3.70 km |
| Khaktor | West | 3.72 km |
| Goli | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Pabana Hassanpur | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Rairkalan | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Dharmgarh | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Kurlan | North-West | 6.16 km |
| Munak Kapro | East | 6.74 km |
| Bhuslana | South-West | 6.96 km |
| Kavi | South | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballah
Ballah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madlauda, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 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 Karnal to Ballah is about 33 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 Ballah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballah 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 Ballah
Where is Ballah located?
Ballah village is located in Ballah St Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballah?
Ballah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ballah?
The pincode of Ballah is 132040.
What is the population of Ballah?
Ballah has a total population of 15,187, including 8,249 males and 6,938 females.
How many households are there in Ballah?
There are 2,803 households in Ballah.
What is the literacy rate in Ballah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballah is 62.17%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 52.94%.