Ball - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Ball is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Ball village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ball is 030481. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 144004 pincode. Jalandhar is the nearest town.
Ball village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ball
According to the 2011 Census, Ball village had a total population of 2,308 people, including 1,208 males and 1,100 females, living in 521 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.20%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 89.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 997.
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 | 2,308 | 1,208 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 997 | 526 | 471 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,024 | 903 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 184 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Ball
Ball 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 Ball
Ball is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ball.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Ball is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ball
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ball village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ball
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ball 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ball
Where is Ball located?
Ball village is located in Jalandhar - II Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ball?
Ball is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ball?
The pincode of Ball is 144004.
What is the population of Ball?
Ball had a total population of 2,308, including 1,208 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Ball?
Ball had 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ball?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ball was 91.20%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 89.23%.