Balewal

Balewal is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Balewal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Balewal unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Balewal’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 Balewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balewal is 028763. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Balewal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balewal

According to the 2011 Census, Balewal has a total population of about 2,102, with approximately 1,111 males and 991 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 814 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 60.28%, with male literacy at about 63.01% and female literacy near 57.21%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,102 1,111 991
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 285 157 128
Scheduled Castes (SC) 814 437 377
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,267 700 567
Illiterate Population 835 411 424

Connectivity of Balewal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balewal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balewal

Where is Balewal located?
Balewal village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balewal?
Balewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balewal?
The pincode of Balewal is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewal is 2,102, with 1,111 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balewal village has a total of 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewal is 60.28%. The male literacy rate is 63.01%, while the female literacy rate is 57.21%.