Bala Chak
Bala Chak is a village located in Tarn Taran tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from Tarn Taran, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bala Chak village. As per 2009 stats, Balachak is the gram panchayat of Bala Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Bala Chak unique in its vibrant Tarn Taran region. You’ll see Bala Chak’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 Bala Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bala Chak is 037872. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143002. Tarn Taran is nearest town to Bala Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bala Chak
Population of Bala Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Bala Chak has a total population of about 1,828, with approximately 990 males and 838 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 379 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 65.04%, with male literacy at about 69.29% and female literacy near 60.02%. There are around 302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bala Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,828 | 990 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 126 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 196 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 686 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 304 | 335 |
Connectivity of Bala Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bala Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Bala Chak 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bala Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Bala Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bala Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bala Chak
- Where is Bala Chak located?
- Bala Chak village is situated in Tarn Taran Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bala Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bala Chak is Balachak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bala Chak?
- The pincode of Bala Chak is 143002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bala Chak is 1,828, with 990 males and 838 females.
- How many households are there in Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bala Chak village has a total of 302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bala Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bala Chak is 65.04%. The male literacy rate is 69.29%, while the female literacy rate is 60.02%.