Balur
About Balur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balur village is 630324. Balur village is located in Gudiyatham taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Gudiyatham are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 706.3 hectares. Balur has a total population of 6,147 peoples, out of which male population is 3,074 while female population is 3,073. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 999 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balur village is 63.28% out of which 68.97% males and 57.60% females are literate. There are about 1,412 houses in balur village. Pincode of balur village locality is 635808.
When it comes to administration, Balur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balur village comes under Gudiyattam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vellore Lok Sabha constituency. Pernampattu is nearest town to balur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Balur
The population details of Balur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,147 | 3,074 | 3,073 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 677 | 359 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,586 | 1,279 | 1,307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,890 | 2,120 | 1,770 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,257 | 954 | 1,303 |
Connectivity of Balur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 12 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balur
Where is Balur located?
Balur village is situated in Gudiyatham Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balur?
Balur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balur?
The pincode of Balur is 635808, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balur is 6,147, with 3,074 males and 3,073 females.
How many households are there in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balur village has a total of 1,412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balur is 63.28%. The male literacy rate is 68.97%, while the female literacy rate is 57.60%.