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.

Bala Chak 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 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.

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Population of Bala Chak

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bala Chak village:

  • The total population of Bala Chak village is around 464, including approximately 233 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Bala Chak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bala Chak village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bala Chak village is about 62.07%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 59.31%.
  • There are around 85 households in Bala Chak village.

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.

Khiddowali Gaddo Rajada Rupowali Brahmanan Sidhwan Khera Bathu Chak Kazikot Sialka Mehmudpura Uchoke Kalan Bagga

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%.