Balera
Balera is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Balera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balera unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Balera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balera is 007397. The village spans a total geographical area of 124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie is nearest town to Balera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balera 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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balera
Population of Balera
According to the 2011 Census, Balera has a total population of about 486, with approximately 257 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 246. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.72%, with male literacy at about 80.54% and female literacy near 55.46%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Balera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balera. As per the 2011 stats, Balera 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 Balera
Knowing the nearby villages of Balera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balera
- Where is Balera located?
- Balera village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balera?
- Balera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balera?
- The pincode of Balera is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balera is 486, with 257 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balera village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balera is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 80.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.46%.