Balaloan - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Balaloan is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Balalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balaloan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaloan is 029610. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 144401 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Balaloan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balaloan
As per Census 2011, Balaloan village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 77 males and 56 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 727 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balaloan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Balaloan
Balaloan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehgarh | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Ghuman | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Pandori | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Beer Sarangwal | South | 1.92 km |
| Muna | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Burj Kandhari | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Jagatpur The | South | 2.77 km |
| Bishanpur | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Pharala | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Dewa Singhwala | North-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balaloan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balaloan. The nearest railway station is Kulthamabdullashah Halt, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Balaloan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balaloan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaloan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balaloan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaloan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balaloan
Where is Balaloan located?
Balaloan village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaloan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaloan is Balalo.
What is the pincode of Balaloan?
The pincode of Balaloan is 144401.
What is the population of Balaloan?
Balaloan has a total population of 133, including 77 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Balaloan?
There are 26 households in Balaloan.
What is the literacy rate in Balaloan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaloan is 54.89%. Male literacy is 59.74% and female literacy is 48.21%.