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
According to the 2011 Census, Balaloan village had a total population of 133 people, including 77 males and 56 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.86%, with male literacy at 70.77% and female literacy at 50.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 133, including 77 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Balaloan?
Balaloan had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaloan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaloan was 61.86%. Male literacy was 70.77% and female literacy was 50.94%.