Bala - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Bala is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Balla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bala is 030768. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 144224 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Bala village had a total population of 3,697 people, including 1,919 males and 1,778 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.01%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 75.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,697 | 1,919 | 1,778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 223 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,206 | 621 | 585 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,608 | 1,401 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 518 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Bala
Bala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bala
Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Bala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bala
Where is Bala located?
Bala village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bala is Balla.
What is the pincode of Bala?
The pincode of Bala is 144224.
What is the population of Bala?
Bala had a total population of 3,697, including 1,919 males and 1,778 females.
How many households are there in Bala?
Bala had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bala was 79.01%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 75.20%.