Balaspur

Balaspur is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bilaspur is the gram panchayat of Balaspur village.

Balaspur has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Balaspur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaspur is 031502. The village spans a total geographical area of 147 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146023. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Balaspur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balaspur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 877 438 439
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 44 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 97 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 680 358 322
Illiterate Population 197 80 117

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

  • The total population of Balaspur village is around 877, including approximately 438 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Balaspur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaspur village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balaspur village is about 77.54%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 73.35%.
  • There are around 191 households in Balaspur village.

Connectivity of Balaspur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaspur. As per the 2011 stats, Balaspur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaspur

Knowing the nearby villages of Balaspur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaspur.

Jahan Khelan Bassi Mustapha Bassi Bahian Singhpur Bajwara Mehitpur Nangal Shahidan Amowal Chhauni Kalan Shergarh Buthgarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaspur

Where is Balaspur located?
Balaspur village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaspur is Bilaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balaspur?
The pincode of Balaspur is 146023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balaspur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaspur is 877, with 438 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Balaspur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaspur village has a total of 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaspur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaspur is 77.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.74%, while the female literacy rate is 73.35%.