Balsara - Mohanpur, Deoghar
Balsara is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Sarasani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsara is 353415. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 814112 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Balsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balsara
According to the 2011 Census, Balsara village had a total population of 146 people, including 74 males and 72 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.75%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Balsara
Balsara 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 Balsara
Balsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Balsara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Balsara is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balsara
Where is Balsara located?
Balsara village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsara is Sarasani.
What is the pincode of Balsara?
The pincode of Balsara is 814112.
What is the population of Balsara?
Balsara had a total population of 146, including 74 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Balsara?
Balsara had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsara was 51.75%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 48.21%.