Balar

Balar is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 168km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Balar village is also a gram panchayat.

Balar has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balar is 086441. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345025. Pokaran is nearest town to Balar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Balar

Below is a concise population overview of Balar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 743 382 361
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 74 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 49 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 57 34 23
Literate Population 405 273 132
Illiterate Population 338 109 229

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balar village:

  • The total population of Balar village is around 743, including approximately 382 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Balar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balar village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balar village is about 54.51%, with male literacy at 71.47% and female literacy at 36.57%.
  • There are around 125 households in Balar village.

Connectivity of Balar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balar. As per the 2011 stats, Balar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balar

Knowing the nearby villages of Balar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balar.

Kesoola Ka Pana Bheekhorai Nai Roopsar Khanpura Shiv Nagar Mukansar Maulana Azadnagar Bhanu Nagar Bhekhorai Jooni Barsani Goraliya

Frequently Asked Questions about Balar

Where is Balar located?
Balar village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balar?
Balar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balar?
The pincode of Balar is 345025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balar is 743, with 382 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Balar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balar village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balar is 54.51%. The male literacy rate is 71.47%, while the female literacy rate is 36.57%.