Balopur - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Balopur is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Dera Bassi and around 55 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Ballopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balopur is 039288. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Balopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balopur
As per Census 2011, Balopur village has a total population of 1,615 people, consisting of 876 males and 739 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,110 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,615 | 876 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 129 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 346 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 642 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 234 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Balopur
Balopur 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 Balopur
Balopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balopur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Balopur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balopur
Where is Balopur located?
Balopur village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balopur is Ballopur.
What is the pincode of Balopur?
The pincode of Balopur is 140501.
What is the population of Balopur?
Balopur has a total population of 1,615, including 876 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Balopur?
There are 331 households in Balopur.
What is the literacy rate in Balopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balopur is 68.73%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 63.33%.