Balaji Nagar - Osian, Jodhpur
Balaji Nagar is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Ekalkhori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balaji Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaji Nagar is 084566. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.22 hectares and falls under the 342302 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Balaji Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balaji Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Balaji Nagar village had a total population of 608 people, including 309 males and 299 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.41%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 74.79%.
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 | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 228 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 81 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Balaji Nagar
Balaji Nagar 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 Balaji Nagar
Balaji Nagar 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 >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 Jodhpur to Balaji Nagar is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balaji Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaji Nagar 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 Balaji Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaji Nagar 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 Balaji Nagar
Where is Balaji Nagar located?
Balaji Nagar village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaji Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaji Nagar is Ekalkhori.
What is the pincode of Balaji Nagar?
The pincode of Balaji Nagar is 342302.
What is the population of Balaji Nagar?
Balaji Nagar had a total population of 608, including 309 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Balaji Nagar?
Balaji Nagar had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaji Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaji Nagar was 84.41%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 74.79%.