Balgara
Balgara is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Balagara is the gram panchayat of Balgara village.
Balgara has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balgara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgara is 005472. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Balgara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Balgara
Population of Balgara
Below is a concise population overview of Balgara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 365 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 277 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 88 | 130 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balgara village:
- The total population of Balgara village is around 697, including approximately 365 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Balgara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balgara village has 308 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balgara village is about 68.72%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 60.84%.
- There are around 169 households in Balgara village.
Connectivity of Balgara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balgara. As per the 2011 stats, Balgara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balgara
Knowing the nearby villages of Balgara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balgara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balgara
- Where is Balgara located?
- Balgara village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balgara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balgara is Balagara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balgara?
- The pincode of Balgara is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balgara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgara is 697, with 365 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Balgara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balgara village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balgara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgara is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 60.84%.