Balwas

Balwas is a village 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.

Balwas has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Balwas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwas is 007189. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.85 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Balwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 221 116 105
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 16 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 14 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 125 63 62
Literate Population 98 66 32
Illiterate Population 123 50 73

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwas village:

  • The total population of Balwas village is around 221, including approximately 116 males and 105 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Balwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwas village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 125 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwas village is about 44.34%, with male literacy at 56.90% and female literacy at 30.48%.
  • There are around 38 households in Balwas village.

Connectivity of Balwas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwas. As per the 2011 stats, Balwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Balwas

Knowing the nearby villages of Balwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwas.

Lahra Lamhaota Andwas Shagla Dhala Manyoga Bhariala Sunj Garaun R F Datrund Bhuraul

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%.