Head Balloki

Head Balloki is situated at the distance of 64 km from Lahore in Bhai Pheru on the Ravi River. Traveling from Lahore on N-5 Multan Road, turn right at Bhai Pheru from Phool Nagar on Head Balloki Road. It is an important barrage on Ravi River and part of the Triple Canal Project in British regime in 1915.

Accessing Balloki Barrage

From turning right from Bhai Pheru, it takes 20 minutes to reach the barrage structure. A straight road leads along the vast green fields on the both sides. Turn right after crossing a bridge over a small water channel toward the Head Balloki. Just before the barrage structure, one can see the roadside fish stalls. Park your vehicle before the bridge, and enjoy walk along the Barrage Bridge pedestrian walkway to explore the wonderful work of the canal headworks. On one side there is a huge view of the vast waters of the Ravi River. On the opposite side, you can see flow of water into two different major canals used for irrigation in the Punjab Region.

Canals of Head Balloki

Two canals, Sulemanki Link Canal and Lower Bari Canal, are generated from this head. The main purpose of this barrage was to feed Lower Bari Doab canal. After the Indus Water Treaty between Pakistan and India, the water of River Ravi was under the control of India. Therefore, Upper Chenab link canal was constructed to fill the water in the River Ravi from the Chenab River.

Head Balloki was the biggest barrage in the British India. It had 1,647 feet long weir, including broad steel gates to control water level in the River Ravi. The Balloki Power Plant was also constructed in 2017 to fulfill the power needs for the country.

Head Balloki plays a major role in agriculture sector. It can store nearly 6,900 Cusecs water and provides water to surrounding areas of Kasur, Okara, Pakpattan, Sahiwal, Vehari, and Khanewal.

Head Balloki - Best Picnic Spot

Head Balloki is good place for one-day trip and picnic spot, especially in spring or winter season. One can enjoy the best sitting places under the shadows along canals and near the barrage bridge. One can also enjoy the roadside lunch with fried fish and tea in winter season.

Best Fishing Point

Head Balloki is also a good spot for fishing in the winter season as well. There are several open-sky roadside fish stalls, where you can enjoy the freshness of the River Ravi fish. On the canal side, you can easily enjoy the fishing by using fishing rods. Valid fishing license is required for this purpose. A day fishing license will also be available on the spot.

Balloki Barrage Bridge

From the canal sides, you will get the panoramic view of Balloki Barrage Bridge with sprouting water channels. Whereas from the bridge, the vast view of the Ravi River is the major attraction. You can also walk through the Barrage Bridge to get the more excitement of fresh flow of air touching the river water. You can also observe the huge iron structure of barrage blocking the water to provide for irrigation purposes. Another exciting attraction near the Head Balloki is the boating in the River Ravi and associated canals. Just before the head site, there are rows of boats of different colors. It will be a wonderful experience to enjoy boating in a pleasant day.

Rana Resort Safari Park

Just after crossing the Head Balloki bridge, there is Rana Safari Park and Resort at a distance of 5 km on the bank of the Ravi River. It is a good place for family entertainment with various activities. It is basically a wildlife sanctuary with an area of 214 acres including bamboo forest that is the uniqueness of the Rana Safari Park. It is place for peacocks and deer in their natural environment. There is also a small zoo which is a home of different kinds of birds as well as ostriches. Family can also enjoy different fun activities there as well as safari tour in the shades of bamboo forest. All the treks are fully covered with long bamboo trees on the both sides, which gives luxurious scenic view. There is also facility for badminton, tennis, football, and other games. Hunting facility is also available with some valid permit. Mini-train and motorboating is also available there. There is an entry fee of 100 rupee to visit Rana Resort except disabled person, senior citizens, and teachers.

Greenfields Country Club

Greenfields Country Club is another location for full day activities for family near the Head Balloki. It offers various indoor and outdoor activities such as horse riding, swimming, boating, swimming, snooker, board games, etc. Entry fee of 3000 rupee is charged for full day indoor and outdoor activities including lunch and tea. Entry fee will be 1500 rupee with club facilities except food.

Are you interested in exploring the natural reserves near Head Balloki? Read our guide for Changa Manga Forest & Park Guide.

About Kasur

Kasur, land of Bulleh Shah, is just located at the distance of 55 km from Lahore via Ferozepur Road, adjacent on the north of Lahore. There is also an important border post, Ganda Singh Wala, with India. Its border is connected with Lahore, Okara, and Nankana Sahab districts.