Balon - Kishanganj, Baran
Balon is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Suwans serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balon is 102963. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.79 hectares and falls under the 325215 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Balon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balon
According to the 2011 Census, Balon village had a total population of 96 people, including 49 males and 47 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 46.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 19 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Balon
Balon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrapura @ Nayagaon | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Fatehpura | South | 1.85 km |
| Kunji | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Peepalkheri | East | 1.99 km |
| Dholpur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Karwala @ Lachhmipura | West | 2.38 km |
| Dhani | South | 2.85 km |
| Ramgarh | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Prempura | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Asnawar | North-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balon. The nearest railway station is Baran, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Balon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Balon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balon 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 Balon
Where is Balon located?
Balon village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balon is Suwans.
What is the pincode of Balon?
The pincode of Balon is 325215.
What is the population of Balon?
Balon had a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Balon?
Balon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balon was 59.52%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 46.51%.