Ballan Pain - Marheen, Kathua
Ballan Pain is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Hiranagar and around 26 km from Kathua. Gher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballan Pain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballan Pain is 002064. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ballan Pain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballan Pain
According to the 2011 Census, Ballan Pain village had a total population of 213 people, including 115 males and 98 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.78%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 213 | 115 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 35 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Ballan Pain
Ballan Pain 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 Ballan Pain
Ballan Pain is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ballan Pain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Ballan Pain is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Ballan Pain is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballan Pain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballan Pain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ballan Pain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballan Pain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ballan Pain
Where is Ballan Pain located?
Ballan Pain village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballan Pain?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballan Pain is Gher.
What is the pincode of Ballan Pain?
The pincode of Ballan Pain is 184148.
What is the population of Ballan Pain?
Ballan Pain had a total population of 213, including 115 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ballan Pain?
Ballan Pain had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballan Pain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballan Pain was 79.78%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 73.81%.