Bala Chak
Bala Chak is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Khera Bala Chak Mashmu is the gram panchayat of Bala Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Bala Chak unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Bala Chak’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 Bala Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bala Chak is 037768. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143119. Jandiala is nearest town to Bala Chak village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bala Chak 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 Majitha 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 Bala Chak
Population of Bala Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Bala Chak has a total population of about 464, with approximately 233 males and 231 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 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 62.07%, with male literacy at about 64.81% and female literacy near 59.31%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bala Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 233 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
Connectivity of Bala Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bala Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Bala Chak 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bala Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Bala Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bala Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bala Chak
- Where is Bala Chak located?
- Bala Chak village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bala Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bala Chak is Khera Bala Chak Mashmu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bala Chak?
- The pincode of Bala Chak is 143119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bala Chak is 464, with 233 males and 231 females.
- How many households are there in Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bala Chak village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bala Chak is 62.07%. The male literacy rate is 64.81%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.