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.
Balewal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 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.
Google Map of Balewal
Population of Balewal
Below is a concise population overview of Balewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewal village:
- The total population of Balewal village is around 2,102, including approximately 1,111 males and 991 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 285 children aged 0–6 years in Balewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewal village has 814 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balewal village is about 60.28%, with male literacy at 63.01% and female literacy at 57.21%.
- There are around 375 households in Balewal village.
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%.