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
According to the 2011 Census, Balusar village had a total population of 293 people, including 140 males and 153 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.64%, with male literacy at 49.53% and female literacy at 43.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 292.
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 | 293 | 140 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 293, including 140 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Balusar?
Balusar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balusar was 46.64%. Male literacy was 49.53% and female literacy was 43.97%.