Ballan - Atarra, Banda
Ballan is a village situated in the Atarra tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atarra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Ballan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballan is 155232. The village covers a total geographical area of 1275.88 hectares and falls under the 210201 pincode.
Ballan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballan
According to the 2011 Census, Ballan village had a total population of 6,894 people, including 3,699 males and 3,195 females, living in 1,258 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 81.06% and female literacy at 51.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,138.
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 | 6,894 | 3,699 | 3,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,077 | 553 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,138 | 1,146 | 992 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,927 | 2,550 | 1,377 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,967 | 1,149 | 1,818 |
Nearby Villages of Ballan
Ballan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barehenda | West | 2.66 km |
| Oraha | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Nagwara | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Thanair | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Chaunsarh | East | 3.98 km |
| Hadaha Mafi | South | 4.18 km |
| Gadanw | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Udaipur | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Tendura | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Au | West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballan
Ballan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badausa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 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 Banda to Ballan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ballan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballan
Where is Ballan located?
Ballan village is located in Atarra Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ballan?
Ballan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ballan?
The pincode of Ballan is 210201.
What is the population of Ballan?
Ballan had a total population of 6,894, including 3,699 males and 3,195 females.
How many households are there in Ballan?
Ballan had 1,258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballan was 67.51%. Male literacy was 81.06% and female literacy was 51.55%.