Ballagan
Ballagan 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 44km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Balagan is the gram panchayat of Ballagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Ballagan unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ballagan’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 Ballagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballagan is 030976. The village spans a total geographical area of 139 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Ballagan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ballagan
Population of Ballagan
According to the 2011 Census, Ballagan has a total population of about 1,033, with approximately 516 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 638 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 62.73%, with male literacy at about 65.31% and female literacy near 60.15%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ballagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 516 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 319 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 648 | 337 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 179 | 206 |
Connectivity of Ballagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballagan. As per the 2011 stats, Ballagan 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 Ballagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballagan
- Where is Ballagan located?
- Ballagan village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ballagan is Balagan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ballagan?
- The pincode of Ballagan is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballagan is 1,033, with 516 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Ballagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballagan village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballagan is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 65.31%, while the female literacy rate is 60.15%.