Balsro - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Balsro is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Juthal Balsaroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Balsro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsro is 005434. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.7 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Ahknoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Balsro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balsro
According to the 2011 Census, Balsro village had a total population of 335 people, including 175 males and 160 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.90%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 120 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Balsro
Balsro is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balsro
Public transport in the Balsro is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahknoor to Balsro is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Balsro is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balsro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balsro
Where is Balsro located?
Balsro village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Balsro?
The Halqa Panchayat of Balsro is Juthal Balsaroo.
What is the pincode of Balsro?
The pincode of Balsro is 181201.
What is the population of Balsro?
Balsro had a total population of 335, including 175 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Balsro?
Balsro had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsro was 76.90%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 69.92%.