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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Balsro village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 175 males and 160 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsro are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Balsro?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 335, including 175 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Balsro?
There are 76 households in Balsro.
What is the literacy rate in Balsro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsro is 63.58%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 58.13%.