Balaggan
Balaggan is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Balagan is the gram panchayat of Balaggan village.
Balaggan has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balaggan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaggan is 037368. The village spans a total geographical area of 334 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143101. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Balaggan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balaggan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balaggan
Population of Balaggan
Below is a concise population overview of Balaggan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 808 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 100 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 421 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 815 | 458 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 350 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balaggan village:
- The total population of Balaggan village is around 1,531, including approximately 808 males and 723 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Balaggan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balaggan village has 776 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balaggan village is about 53.23%, with male literacy at 56.68% and female literacy at 49.38%.
- There are around 281 households in Balaggan village.
Connectivity of Balaggan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaggan. As per the 2011 stats, Balaggan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balaggan
Knowing the nearby villages of Balaggan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaggan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balaggan
- Where is Balaggan located?
- Balaggan village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balaggan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balaggan is Balagan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balaggan?
- The pincode of Balaggan is 143101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balaggan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaggan is 1,531, with 808 males and 723 females.
- How many households are there in Balaggan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balaggan village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balaggan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaggan is 53.23%. The male literacy rate is 56.68%, while the female literacy rate is 49.38%.