Balsanda

Balsanda is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Balasanda is the gram panchayat of Balsanda village.

Balsanda has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Balsanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsanda is 038879. The village spans a total geographical area of 473 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140001. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Balsanda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balsanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,327 700 627
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 87 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 450 226 224
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 957 522 435
Illiterate Population 370 178 192

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

  • The total population of Balsanda village is around 1,327, including approximately 700 males and 627 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Balsanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsanda village has 450 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balsanda village is about 72.12%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 69.38%.
  • There are around 235 households in Balsanda village.

Connectivity of Balsanda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balsanda

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

Salempur Raulu Majra Santpur Kotli Dugri Bari Jhallian Pathreri Jattan Salahpur Dulchi Majra Mehpalon Boor Majra

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsanda

Where is Balsanda located?
Balsanda village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsanda is Balasanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balsanda?
The pincode of Balsanda is 140001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balsanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsanda is 1,327, with 700 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Balsanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsanda village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsanda is 72.12%. The male literacy rate is 74.57%, while the female literacy rate is 69.38%.