Balewal - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Balewal is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Balewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balewal is 032427. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Balewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balewal
As per Census 2011, Balewal village has a total population of 439 people, consisting of 231 males and 208 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 231 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 183 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 180 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 51 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Balewal
Balewal 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 Balewal
Balewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Balewal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balewal
Where is Balewal located?
Balewal village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balewal?
Balewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balewal?
The pincode of Balewal is 144521.
What is the population of Balewal?
Balewal has a total population of 439, including 231 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Balewal?
There are 97 households in Balewal.
What is the literacy rate in Balewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balewal is 69.93%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 61.06%.