Balur

Balur is a village located in Mayureswar Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kotasur (tehsildar office) and 23.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Kundola is the gram panchayat of Balur village.

Balur has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balur is 316630. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731234. Sainthia is nearest town to Balur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Balur

Below is a concise population overview of Balur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,241 643 598
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 130 70 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 660 340 320
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 817 457 360
Illiterate Population 424 186 238

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balur village:

  • The total population of Balur village is around 1,241, including approximately 643 males and 598 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Balur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balur village has 660 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balur village is about 65.83%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 60.20%.
  • There are around 288 households in Balur village.

Connectivity of Balur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balur. As per the 2011 stats, Balur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balur

Knowing the nearby villages of Balur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balur.

Paschim Panchbaria Kundala Benegram Jerula Mahalas Bhabaghati Akna Hatinagar Narayanghati Bandaha Kushtor

Frequently Asked Questions about Balur

Where is Balur located?
Balur village is situated in Mayureswar Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balur is Kundola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balur?
The pincode of Balur is 731234, 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 1,241, with 643 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balur village has a total of 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balur is 65.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 60.20%.