Ballawar
Ballawar is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Balaur is the gram panchayat of Ballawar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ballawar unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Ballawar’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 Ballawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballawar is 027749. The village spans a total geographical area of 220 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143532. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Ballawar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ballawar
Population of Ballawar
According to the 2011 Census, Ballawar has a total population of about 1,063, with approximately 544 males and 519 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 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 73.66%, with male literacy at about 78.31% and female literacy near 68.79%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ballawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 544 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 168 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 783 | 426 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 118 | 162 |
Connectivity of Ballawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballawar. As per the 2011 stats, Ballawar 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 Ballawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballawar
- Where is Ballawar located?
- Ballawar village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ballawar is Balaur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ballawar?
- The pincode of Ballawar is 143532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballawar is 1,063, with 544 males and 519 females.
- How many households are there in Ballawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballawar village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballawar is 73.66%. The male literacy rate is 78.31%, while the female literacy rate is 68.79%.