Balaha Kalan - Narnaul, Mahendragarh
Balaha Kalan is a village situated in the Narnaul tehsil of Mahendragarh district, Haryana. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narnaul and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mahendragarh. Balah Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balaha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaha Kalan is 062206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059 hectares and falls under the 123001 pincode. Narnaul is the nearest town.
Balaha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nangal chaudhry Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balaha Kalan
As per Census 2011, Balaha Kalan village has a total population of 4,691 people, consisting of 2,514 males and 2,177 females. The village has 900 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,327 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balaha Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,691 | 2,514 | 2,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 290 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 366 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 3,327 | 2,063 | 1,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 451 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Balaha Kalan
Balaha Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balaha Khurd | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Dhani Dochana | North-West | 1.92 km |
| God | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Shimla | South | 2.41 km |
| Ganeshpura | West | 2.44 km |
| Rawan | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Nawta | North | 3.22 km |
| Dohar Kalan | East | 4.02 km |
| Gunti | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Dochana | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balaha Kalan
Balaha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amarpur Jorasi, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahendragarh to Balaha Kalan is about 16 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 Balaha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaha Kalan 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 Balaha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaha Kalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balaha Kalan
Where is Balaha Kalan located?
Balaha Kalan village is located in Narnaul Tehsil, Mahendragarh district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaha Kalan is Balah Kalan.
What is the pincode of Balaha Kalan?
The pincode of Balaha Kalan is 123001.
What is the population of Balaha Kalan?
Balaha Kalan has a total population of 4,691, including 2,514 males and 2,177 females.
How many households are there in Balaha Kalan?
There are 900 households in Balaha Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Balaha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaha Kalan is 70.92%. Male literacy is 82.06% and female literacy is 58.06%.