Balhera
Balhera is a village located in Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district in Haryana, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gharaunda (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Karnal. As per 2009 stats, Balhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Balhera has its own place in the vibrant Karnal 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 Balhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balhera is 059409. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132114. Gharaunda is nearest town to Balhera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Karnal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balhera
Population of Balhera
Below is a concise population overview of Balhera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,562 | 1,360 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 277 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 944 | 593 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,618 | 767 | 851 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balhera village:
- The total population of Balhera village is around 2,562, including approximately 1,360 males and 1,202 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 500 children aged 0–6 years in Balhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balhera village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balhera village is about 36.85%, with male literacy at 43.60% and female literacy at 29.20%.
- There are around 432 households in Balhera village.
Connectivity of Balhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balhera. As per the 2011 stats, Balhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Balhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balhera
- Where is Balhera located?
- Balhera village is situated in Gharaunda Tehsil, within the Karnal district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balhera?
- Balhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balhera?
- The pincode of Balhera is 132114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balhera is 2,562, with 1,360 males and 1,202 females.
- How many households are there in Balhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balhera village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balhera is 36.85%. The male literacy rate is 43.60%, while the female literacy rate is 29.20%.