[2] Previously, it was located in the Barmer district of the Indian state of Rajasthan.

It is known for its historical and cultural significance, as well as its role as a commercial and trading center in the region.

As of 2011[update] India census,[4] Balotra city has population of 74496 of which 38715 are males and 35781 are females.

The sex-ratio of Balotra city is around 924 compared to 928 which is average of Rajasthan state.

Balotra has both private and RSTRC Bus services for various cities of India like Jodhpur, Pali, Barmar, Jalore, Kota, Bikaner, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ahmadabad, Pune, Mumbai, Surat, Vadodara etc.