Balova | |
|---|---|
  Balova Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 37°14′24″N40°13′52″E / 37.240°N 40.231°E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Mardin |
| District | Derik |
| Population (2021) [1] | 335 |
| Time zone | TRT (UTC+3) |
Balova (Kurdish : Balfis) is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Derik, Mardin Province in Turkey. [2] The village had a population of 335 in 2021. [1]
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