Village code 514232

Balej Village, Porbandar Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population

Balej is a village in Porbandar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Porbandar district, Gujarat. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Balej village map in Gujarat
Balej village map image for Porbandar Taluka, Gujarat.

Village Overview

Balej is a village in Porbandar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Porbandar district, Gujarat. For Balej, the population is 6,392, PIN code is 362230 and Census village code is 514232. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Balej village
Village code514232
PIN code362230
Population6,392
Households1,326
Area4,170.62 ha / 41.71 sq. km / 10,306 acres
Population density153 people per sq. km
Sex ratio963 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townPorbandar (40 km)
Current stateGujarat
Census 2011 stateGujarat
Current districtPorbandar
Census 2011 districtPorbandar

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 362230. This helps users verify the postal area for Balej, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Balej village
PIN code362230
Post offices linked with this PINBalej BO, Madhavpur SO, Kadachh BO, Mander BO, Mul Madhavpur BO, and Pata BO
Best matching post officeBalej BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records9
Postal districtJunagadh and Porbandar
Postal stateGujarat
Postal divisionPorbandar Division
Postal circleGujarat Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Balej comes under Balej gram panchayat and Porbandar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Porbandar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Porbandar at 40 km. The Census district headquarters, Porbandar, is 40 km away.

Administrative details for Balej
Current stateGujarat
Census 2011 stateGujarat
Current districtPorbandar
Census 2011 districtPorbandar
State code24
District code478
Taluka / Census sub-district code3822
Gram panchayat code66
C.D. Block code101
Block panchayat code101

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Balej village and its household count.

Total population

6,392 residents in 1,326 households

Male population

3,256

Female population

3,136

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 753; Scheduled Tribes: 274

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 4

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Balej
Primary health sub-centre1
Mobile health clinic1
ASHA workerAvailable
Veterinary hospital1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Balej
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayAvailable
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeAvailable
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Balej
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power24 hours per day
Winter domestic power24 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Balej
Net area sown3,350.60 hectares
Irrigated area231.10 hectares
Unirrigated area3,119.50 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area231.10 hectares
Forest area96.70 hectares
Current fallow land255 hectares
Main cropGreen Gram
Second cropWheat
Third cropSorghum

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Balej
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Porbandar.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Porbandar, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Porbandar, more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Balej

Porbandar (40 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Porbandar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Balej
Nearest major townPorbandar (40 km)
Taluka headquartersPorbandar (40 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluka, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Balej. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Balej
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 4
Private Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength2
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position2
Veterinary Hospital1
Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength1
Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position1
Mobile Health Clinic1
Mobile Health Clinic Doctors Total Strength1
Mobile Health Clinic Doctors in Position1
Mobile Health Clinic Para Medical Staff Total Strength3
Mobile Health Clinic Para Medical Staff in Position3
Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient2
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Internet Cafes / Common Service Centre (CSC)Available
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
National HighwayAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Commercial BankAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluka, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Balej village located?

Balej is located in Porbandar Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Porbandar.

Which Taluka is Balej in?

Balej is in Porbandar Taluka. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Balej in?

District: Porbandar.

What is the village code of Balej?

The Census village code of Balej is 514232.

What is the PIN code of Balej?

The PIN code reported for Balej is 362230.

What is the population of Balej?

Balej has 6,392 residents in 1,326 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Balej part of?

Balej comes under Balej gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Balej?

The nearest statutory town to Balej is Porbandar (40 km).

Which crops are grown in Balej?

The main crops reported for Balej are Green Gram, Wheat, and Sorghum.

What land-use details are available for Balej?

Land-use details for Balej include net area sown: 3,350.60 hectares, irrigated area: 231.10 hectares, and unirrigated area: 3,119.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Balej?

Government primary school status for Balej is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Balej?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Balej?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Balej?

The total geographical area of Balej is 4,170.62 hectares.

How many households are in Balej?

Balej has 1,326 households as per Census 2011.

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