Balewal
Balewal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Balewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Balewal has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balewal is 032427. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Balewal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balewal
Below is a concise population overview of Balewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 231 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 183 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 307 | 180 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 51 | 81 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewal village:
- The total population of Balewal village is around 439, including approximately 231 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Balewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewal village has 361 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balewal village is about 69.93%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 61.06%.
- There are around 97 households in Balewal village.
Connectivity of Balewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balewal. As per the 2011 stats, Balewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Balewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balewal
- Where is Balewal located?
- Balewal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balewal?
- Balewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balewal?
- The pincode of Balewal is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewal is 439, with 231 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balewal village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewal is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.92%, while the female literacy rate is 61.06%.