Balnoi
Balnoi is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Balnoi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balnoi unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Balnoi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balnoi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balnoi is 001177. The village spans a total geographical area of 1798 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Balnoi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Balnoi
Population of Balnoi
According to the 2011 Census, Balnoi has a total population of about 2,425, with approximately 1,167 males and 1,258 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 538 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.71%, with male literacy at about 49.10% and female literacy near 31.00%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balnoi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,167 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 268 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,286 | 620 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 573 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 594 | 868 |
Connectivity of Balnoi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balnoi. As per the 2011 stats, Balnoi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balnoi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balnoi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balnoi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balnoi
- Where is Balnoi located?
- Balnoi village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balnoi?
- Balnoi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balnoi?
- The pincode of Balnoi is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balnoi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balnoi is 2,425, with 1,167 males and 1,258 females.
- How many households are there in Balnoi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balnoi village has a total of 435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balnoi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balnoi is 39.71%. The male literacy rate is 49.10%, while the female literacy rate is 31.00%.