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.
Here you can discover what makes Balewal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Balewal’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 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.
Google Map of Balewal
Population of Balewal
According to the 2011 Census, Balewal has a total population of about 439, with approximately 231 males and 208 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 361 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 69.93%, with male literacy at about 77.92% and female literacy near 61.06%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.