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.
Here you can discover what makes Balsanda unique in its vibrant Chamkaur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Balsanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Balsanda
Population of Balsanda
According to the 2011 Census, Balsanda has a total population of about 1,327, with approximately 700 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 450 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.12%, with male literacy at about 74.57% and female literacy near 69.38%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balsanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.