Balour
Balour is a village located in Samba tehsil of Samba district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from Samba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balour village. As per 2009 stats, Blater is the gram panchayat of Balour village.
Here you can discover what makes Balour unique in its vibrant Samba region. You’ll see Balour’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 Balour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balour is 006392. The village spans a total geographical area of 239.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184121. Samba is nearest town to Balour village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balour
Population of Balour
According to the 2011 Census, Balour has a total population of about 916, with approximately 484 males and 432 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 522 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.48%, with male literacy at about 66.74% and female literacy near 53.47%. There are around 190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 916 | 484 | 432 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 274 | 248 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 554 | 323 | 231 |
Illiterate Population | 362 | 161 | 201 |
Connectivity of Balour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balour. As per the 2011 stats, Balour had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balour
Knowing the nearby villages of Balour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balour
- Where is Balour located?
- Balour village is situated in Samba Tehsil, within the Samba district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balour is Blater (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balour?
- The pincode of Balour is 184121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balour is 916, with 484 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Balour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balour village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balour is 60.48%. The male literacy rate is 66.74%, while the female literacy rate is 53.47%.