Balagan

Balagan is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Balagan village is also a gram panchayat.

Balagan 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 Balagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balagan is 028119. The village spans a total geographical area of 358 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143520. Dhariwal is nearest town to Balagan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balagan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,396 745 651
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 100 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 72 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 953 529 424
Illiterate Population 443 216 227

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

  • The total population of Balagan village is around 1,396, including approximately 745 males and 651 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Balagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balagan village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balagan village is about 68.27%, with male literacy at 71.01% and female literacy at 65.13%.
  • There are around 225 households in Balagan village.

Connectivity of Balagan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balagan. As per the 2011 stats, Balagan 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balagan

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

Jaura Chhittran Aminpur Alisher Qadianwali Bhopar Saidan Kamalpur Afganan Hardo Chhani Alihar Pindi Nurpur Aluna Ali Nangal

Frequently Asked Questions about Balagan

Where is Balagan located?
Balagan village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagan?
Balagan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balagan?
The pincode of Balagan is 143520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagan is 1,396, with 745 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balagan village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagan is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.01%, while the female literacy rate is 65.13%.