Balusar - Harrai, Chhindwara
Balusar is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chilak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balusar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balusar is 494025. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.11 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Balusar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balusar
As per Census 2011, Balusar village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 140 males and 153 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balusar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 140 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 87 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Balusar
Balusar 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 Balusar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balusar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Balusar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Balusar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balusar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balusar
Where is Balusar located?
Balusar village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balusar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balusar is Chilak.
What is the pincode of Balusar?
The pincode of Balusar is 480224.
What is the population of Balusar?
Balusar has a total population of 293, including 140 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Balusar?
There are 46 households in Balusar.
What is the literacy rate in Balusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balusar is 35.49%. Male literacy is 37.86% and female literacy is 33.33%.