Balghar
Balghar is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Balghar village. As per 2009 stats, Balghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Balghar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Balghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balghar is 019372. The village spans a total geographical area of 438.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174029. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Balghar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balghar 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 Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balghar
Population of Balghar
Below is a concise population overview of Balghar 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 | 662 | 317 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 527 | 269 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 48 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balghar village:
- The total population of Balghar village is around 662, including approximately 317 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Balghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balghar village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balghar village is about 79.61%, with male literacy at 84.86% and female literacy at 74.78%.
- There are around 163 households in Balghar village.
Connectivity of Balghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balghar. As per the 2011 stats, Balghar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Balghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balghar
- Where is Balghar located?
- Balghar village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balghar?
- Balghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balghar?
- The pincode of Balghar is 174029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balghar is 662, with 317 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Balghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balghar village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balghar is 79.61%. The male literacy rate is 84.86%, while the female literacy rate is 74.78%.