Bal Kalan

Bal Kalan is a village located in Amritsar Ii tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar- Ii (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Ram Nagar Colony is the gram panchayat of Bal Kalan village.

Bal Kalan 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 Bal Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bal Kalan is 037614. The village spans a total geographical area of 729 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143601. Amritsar is nearest town to Bal Kalan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bal Kalan 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 North 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.

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Population of Bal Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Bal Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,056 2,159 1,897
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 510 286 224
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,735 929 806
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,470 1,387 1,083
Illiterate Population 1,586 772 814

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bal Kalan village:

  • The total population of Bal Kalan village is around 4,056, including approximately 2,159 males and 1,897 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Bal Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bal Kalan village has 1,735 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bal Kalan village is about 60.90%, with male literacy at 64.24% and female literacy at 57.09%.
  • There are around 728 households in Bal Kalan village.

Connectivity of Bal Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Bal Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bal Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bal Kalan.

Jagatpur Bajaj Mallowal Jethuwal Sohian Khurd Jahangir Bhaini Gillan Muradpura Bal Khurd Birbalpura Loharka Khurd Loharka Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Bal Kalan

Where is Bal Kalan located?
Bal Kalan village is situated in Amritsar Ii Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bal Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bal Kalan is Ram Nagar Colony (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bal Kalan?
The pincode of Bal Kalan is 143601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bal Kalan is 4,056, with 2,159 males and 1,897 females.
How many households are there in Bal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bal Kalan village has a total of 728 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bal Kalan is 60.90%. The male literacy rate is 64.24%, while the female literacy rate is 57.09%.