Balaur - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Balaur is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Luharwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaur is 018955. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Balaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balaur
According to the 2011 Census, Balaur village had a total population of 206 people, including 111 males and 95 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.55%, with male literacy at 98.98% and female literacy at 87.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Balaur
Balaur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balaur
Public transport in the Balaur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Balaur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balaur
Where is Balaur located?
Balaur village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaur is Luharwin.
What is the pincode of Balaur?
The pincode of Balaur is 174021.
What is the population of Balaur?
Balaur had a total population of 206, including 111 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Balaur?
Balaur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaur was 93.55%. Male literacy was 98.98% and female literacy was 87.50%.