Balera - Dalhousie, Chamba
Balera is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Balera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balera is 007397. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Balera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balera
According to the 2011 Census, Balera village had a total population of 486 people, including 257 males and 229 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 88.84% and female literacy at 61.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 486 | 257 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 207 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 50 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Balera
Balera 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 Balera
Balera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chamba to Balera is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balera
Where is Balera located?
Balera village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balera?
Balera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balera?
The pincode of Balera is 176301.
What is the population of Balera?
Balera had a total population of 486, including 257 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Balera?
Balera had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balera was 76.26%. Male literacy was 88.84% and female literacy was 61.95%.