Balana
About Balana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balana village is 007702. Balana village is located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Balana village. As per 2009 stats, Balana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 372.35 hectares. Balana has a total population of 959 peoples, out of which male population is 471 while female population is 488. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1036 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balana village is 70.70% out of which 74.73% males and 66.80% females are literate. There are about 212 houses in balana village. Pincode of balana village locality is 176207.
When it comes to administration, Balana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balana village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to balana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balana
The population details of Balana 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 | 959 | 471 | 488 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 110 | 67 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 352 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 119 | 162 |
Connectivity of Balana
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balana
Where is Balana located?
Balana village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
Balana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balana is 959, with 471 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balana village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balana is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 66.80%.