Balapura Village - Ladpura, Kota
Balapura is a village situated in the Ladpura tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladpura and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Arandkhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapura is 102059. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.95 hectares and falls under the 325001 pincode. Kaithoon 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 Ladpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapura
As per Census 2011, Balapura village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 215 males and 209 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 215 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 190 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 154 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 61 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Balapura
Balapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galana | North | 2.42 km |
| Arand Khera | South | 2.76 km |
| Brijnagar | East | 2.89 km |
| Arlya Jageer | West | 3.10 km |
| Parlya | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Gandi Phali | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Peepal Heri | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Charan Heri | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Toomra | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Kadihera | North | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balapura
Balapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alniya, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| 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 Kaithoon to Balapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kota to Balapura is about 29 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balapura
Where is Balapura located?
Balapura village is located in Ladpura Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapura is Arandkhera.
What is the pincode of Balapura?
The pincode of Balapura is 325001.
What is the population of Balapura?
Balapura has a total population of 424, including 215 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Balapura?
There are 71 households in Balapura.
What is the literacy rate in Balapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapura is 61.79%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 51.67%.