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.
Here you can discover what makes Bal Kalan unique in its vibrant Amritsar Ii-Amritsar region. You’ll see Bal Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bal Kalan
Population of Bal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bal Kalan has a total population of about 4,056, with approximately 2,159 males and 1,897 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,735 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.90%, with male literacy at about 64.24% and female literacy near 57.09%. There are around 728 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.