Bal

Bal is a village located in Zira tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Zira (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Bal village is also a gram panchayat.

Bal has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur 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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bal is 034224. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142054. Makhu is nearest town to Bal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 492 252 240
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 16 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 79 43 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 316 169 147
Illiterate Population 176 83 93

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

  • The total population of Bal village is around 492, including approximately 252 males and 240 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Bal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bal village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bal village is about 64.23%, with male literacy at 67.06% and female literacy at 61.25%.
  • There are around 103 households in Bal village.

Connectivity of Bal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Bal

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

Jhanda Bagga Nawan Buh Gujran Lalleh Burj Mohamad Shahwala Sharaf Ali Shahwala Madahar Shera Khiali

Frequently Asked Questions about Bal

Where is Bal located?
Bal village is situated in Zira Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bal?
Bal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bal?
The pincode of Bal is 142054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bal is 492, with 252 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Bal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bal village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bal is 64.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.06%, while the female literacy rate is 61.25%.