Balloowas - Thanagazi, Alwar
Balloowas is a village situated in the Thanagazi tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanagazi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Bheekampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balloowas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balloowas is 073184. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 301022 pincode. Viratnagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Balloowas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thanagazi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balloowas
According to the 2011 Census, Balloowas village had a total population of 1,120 people, including 601 males and 519 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.60%, with male literacy at 76.94% and female literacy at 40.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 335.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 601 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 124 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 181 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 367 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 234 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Balloowas
Balloowas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulatpura | North | 1.46 km |
| Kundla | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Jaitpur Brahmnan | East | 2.47 km |
| Bheekampura | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Govindpura | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kyara | North | 2.78 km |
| Guwara Sadaram | South | 3.17 km |
| Goloara Naidoli | South | 3.23 km |
| Guwara Kalyan | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Piplai | South-West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balloowas
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Balloowas. The nearest railway station is Baswa, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viratnagar to Balloowas is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Balloowas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balloowas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balloowas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balloowas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balloowas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balloowas
Where is Balloowas located?
Balloowas village is located in Thanagazi Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balloowas?
The Gram Panchayat of Balloowas is Bheekampura.
What is the pincode of Balloowas?
The pincode of Balloowas is 301022.
What is the population of Balloowas?
Balloowas had a total population of 1,120, including 601 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Balloowas?
Balloowas had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balloowas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balloowas was 59.60%. Male literacy was 76.94% and female literacy was 40.09%.