Balran
Balran is a village located in Moonak tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Moonak (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Balran village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balran unique in its vibrant Moonak-Sangrur region. You’ll see Balran’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 Balran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balran is 039930. The village spans a total geographical area of 2100 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140833. Moonak is nearest town to Balran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balran
Population of Balran
According to the 2011 Census, Balran has a total population of about 7,311, with approximately 3,872 males and 3,439 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 858 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,061 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 48.41%, with male literacy at about 52.94% and female literacy near 43.30%. There are around 1,376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 7,311 | 3,872 | 3,439 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 858 | 456 | 402 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,061 | 1,099 | 962 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,539 | 2,050 | 1,489 |
Illiterate Population | 3,772 | 1,822 | 1,950 |
Connectivity of Balran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balran. As per the 2011 stats, Balran 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balran
Knowing the nearby villages of Balran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balran
- Where is Balran located?
- Balran village is situated in Moonak Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balran?
- Balran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balran?
- The pincode of Balran is 140833, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balran is 7,311, with 3,872 males and 3,439 females.
- How many households are there in Balran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balran village has a total of 1,376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balran is 48.41%. The male literacy rate is 52.94%, while the female literacy rate is 43.30%.