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.

Balsua 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 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.

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Population of Balsua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Balsua village is around 1,900, including approximately 993 males and 907 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Balsua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsua village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balsua village is about 80.26%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 75.41%.
  • There are around 390 households in Balsua village.

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.

Bhoa Targarh Gobindsar Kotli Mughlan Pathan Chak Phangarian Sokalgarh Samrala Simbli Kataru Chak Papial

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%.