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.
Google Map of Balaspur
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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) |
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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.
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%.