Bal Khera - Bilaspur, Rampur
Bal Khera is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Bal Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bal Khera is 116843. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.54 hectares and falls under the 244921 pincode. Vilashpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bal Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bal Khera
As per Census 2011, Bal Khera village has a total population of 1,463 people, consisting of 789 males and 674 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bal Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,463 | 789 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 386 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 403 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Bal Khera
Bal Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tehri Khwaja | East | 1.17 km |
| Bamanpura | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Bholapur Jadid | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Karsauli | East | 1.98 km |
| Ahraula Kadem | North | 2.00 km |
| Dheemri (dhemri) | South | 2.27 km |
| Khandia | West | 2.41 km |
| Ahro Zadid | East | 2.86 km |
| Mahtosh | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Bahadarganj | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bal Khera
Bal Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kemri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vilashpur to Bal Khera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Bal Khera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bal Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bal Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bal Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bal Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bal Khera
Where is Bal Khera located?
Bal Khera village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bal Khera?
Bal Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bal Khera?
The pincode of Bal Khera is 244921.
What is the population of Bal Khera?
Bal Khera has a total population of 1,463, including 789 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Bal Khera?
There are 272 households in Bal Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Bal Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bal Khera is 40.40%. Male literacy is 48.92% and female literacy is 30.42%.