Bal - Gurh, Rewa
Bal is a village situated in the Gurh tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Banjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bal is 467505. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.29 hectares and falls under the 486553 pincode. Gurh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bal
According to the 2011 Census, Bal village had a total population of 273 people, including 148 males and 125 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 75.65%.
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 | 273 | 148 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 130 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bal
Bal 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 Bal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gurh to Bal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Bal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bal 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 Bal
Where is Bal located?
Bal village is located in Gurh Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bal is Banjari.
What is the pincode of Bal?
The pincode of Bal is 486553.
What is the population of Bal?
Bal had a total population of 273, including 148 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Bal?
Bal had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bal was 86.11%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 75.65%.