Bala
Bala is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Balla is the gram panchayat of Bala village.
Here you can discover what makes Bala unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bala’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 Bala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bala is 030768. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Bala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bala
Population of Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Bala has a total population of about 3,697, with approximately 1,919 males and 1,778 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,206 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 70.54%, with male literacy at about 73.01% and female literacy near 67.89%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,608 | 1,401 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 518 | 571 |
Connectivity of Bala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bala. As per the 2011 stats, Bala 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bala
Knowing the nearby villages of Bala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bala
- Where is Bala located?
- Bala village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bala is Balla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bala?
- The pincode of Bala is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bala is 3,697, with 1,919 males and 1,778 females.
- How many households are there in Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bala village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bala is 70.54%. The male literacy rate is 73.01%, while the female literacy rate is 67.89%.