Balsarai
Balsarai is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Bias Budha Theh is the gram panchayat of Balsarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Balsarai unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Balsarai’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 Balsarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsarai is 037830. The village spans a total geographical area of 676 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143204. Rayya is nearest town to Balsarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balsarai
Population of Balsarai
According to the 2011 Census, Balsarai has a total population of about 5,790, with approximately 2,965 males and 2,825 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 517 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,658 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 73.83%, with male literacy at about 77.88% and female literacy near 69.59%. There are around 1,549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balsarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,790 | 2,965 | 2,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 282 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,658 | 840 | 818 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,275 | 2,309 | 1,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 656 | 859 |
Connectivity of Balsarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsarai. As per the 2011 stats, Balsarai 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 Balsarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsarai
- Where is Balsarai located?
- Balsarai village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balsarai is Bias Budha Theh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balsarai?
- The pincode of Balsarai is 143204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balsarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsarai is 5,790, with 2,965 males and 2,825 females.
- How many households are there in Balsarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsarai village has a total of 1,549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsarai is 73.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.88%, while the female literacy rate is 69.59%.