Balad Kalan
Balad Kalan is a village located in Sangrur tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from Sangrur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balad Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Balad Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balad Kalan unique in its vibrant Sangrur region. You’ll see Balad Kalan’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 Balad Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balad Kalan is 039708. The village spans a total geographical area of 886 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148026. Bhawani Garh is nearest town to Balad Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balad Kalan
Population of Balad Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Balad Kalan has a total population of about 3,339, with approximately 1,777 males and 1,562 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 346 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 910 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 59.72%, with male literacy at about 64.88% and female literacy near 53.84%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balad Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,339 | 1,777 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 194 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 487 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,153 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 624 | 721 |
Connectivity of Balad Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balad Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Balad Kalan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balad Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Balad Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balad Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balad Kalan
- Where is Balad Kalan located?
- Balad Kalan village is situated in Sangrur Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balad Kalan?
- Balad Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balad Kalan?
- The pincode of Balad Kalan is 148026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balad Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balad Kalan is 3,339, with 1,777 males and 1,562 females.
- How many households are there in Balad Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balad Kalan village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balad Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balad Kalan is 59.72%. The male literacy rate is 64.88%, while the female literacy rate is 53.84%.