Balsua
Balsua is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Balsua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balsua unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Balsua’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 Balsua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsua is 027563. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143534. Pathankot is nearest town to Balsua village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balsua
Population of Balsua
According to the 2011 Census, Balsua has a total population of about 1,900, with approximately 993 males and 907 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 233 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 80.26%, with male literacy at about 84.69% and female literacy near 75.41%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balsua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,900 | 993 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 77 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 125 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,525 | 841 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 152 | 223 |
Connectivity of Balsua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsua. As per the 2011 stats, Balsua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balsua
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsua
- Where is Balsua located?
- Balsua village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsua?
- Balsua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balsua?
- The pincode of Balsua is 143534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balsua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsua is 1,900, with 993 males and 907 females.
- How many households are there in Balsua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsua village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsua is 80.26%. The male literacy rate is 84.69%, while the female literacy rate is 75.41%.