Bala - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Bala is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bala is 019337. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 174034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bala
As per Census 2011, Bala village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 456 males and 514 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 456 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 230 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 387 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 69 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bala
Bala 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 Bala
Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bala is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bala
Where is Bala located?
Bala village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bala?
Bala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bala?
The pincode of Bala is 174034.
What is the population of Bala?
Bala has a total population of 970, including 456 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Bala?
There are 215 households in Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bala is 84.33%. Male literacy is 84.87% and female literacy is 83.85%.