Balapura - Todaraisingh, Tonk
Balapura is a village situated in the Todaraisingh tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Todaraisingh and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Mehru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapura is 093137. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 304502 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapura
According to the 2011 Census, Balapura village had a total population of 700 people, including 365 males and 335 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.01%, with male literacy at 77.63% and female literacy at 49.07%.
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 | 700 | 365 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 229 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 136 | 203 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rameshwarpura | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Sali Lakhapura | North | 2.57 km |
| Mandolai | West | 2.61 km |
| Mehroo | East | 2.62 km |
| Tantiya | West | 4.40 km |
| Panwaliya | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Kalyanpura Peemun | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Ratanpura | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Reedlya Bujurg | North | 5.36 km |
| Golipura | North-East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balapura. The nearest railway station is Bansthali Niwai, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Balapura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Balapura is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >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 Todaraisingh Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapura is Mehru.
What is the pincode of Balapura?
The pincode of Balapura is 304502.
What is the population of Balapura?
Balapura had a total population of 700, including 365 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Balapura?
Balapura had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapura was 64.01%. Male literacy was 77.63% and female literacy was 49.07%.