Balwas
About Balwas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balwas village is 007189. Balwas village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Balwas village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadela is the gram panchayat of Balwas village.
The total geographical area of village is 137.85 hectares. Balwas has a total population of 221 peoples, out of which male population is 116 while female population is 105. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 905 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balwas village is 44.34% out of which 56.90% males and 30.48% females are literate. There are about 38 houses in balwas village. Pincode of balwas village locality is 176321.
Chamba is nearest town to balwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
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Population of Balwas
The population details of Balwas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 66 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Connectivity of Balwas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balwas
Where is Balwas located?
Balwas village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwas is Bhadela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balwas?
The pincode of Balwas is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwas is 221, with 116 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Balwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwas village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwas is 44.34%. The male literacy rate is 56.90%, while the female literacy rate is 30.48%.