Balapura - Mangrol, Baran
Balapura is a village situated in the Mangrol tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Mal Bamori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapura is 102565. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.48 hectares and falls under the 325215 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapura
According to the 2011 Census, Balapura village had a total population of 815 people, including 423 males and 392 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 85.99% and female literacy at 46.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
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 | 815 | 423 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 285 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 307 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 116 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Balapura
Balapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balapura
Balapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Balapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Balapura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balapura
Where is Balapura located?
Balapura village is located in Mangrol Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapura is Mal Bamori.
What is the pincode of Balapura?
The pincode of Balapura is 325215.
What is the population of Balapura?
Balapura had a total population of 815, including 423 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Balapura?
Balapura had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapura was 67.00%. Male literacy was 85.99% and female literacy was 46.71%.