Balana
Balana is a village 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.
Balana 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 Balana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balana is 007702. The village spans a total geographical area of 372.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Balana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balana 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 Bhattiyat 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 Balana
Population of Balana
Below is a concise population overview of Balana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 471 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 67 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 352 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 119 | 162 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balana village:
- The total population of Balana village is around 959, including approximately 471 males and 488 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Balana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balana village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 230 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balana village is about 70.70%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 66.80%.
- There are around 212 households in Balana village.
Connectivity of Balana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balana. As per the 2011 stats, Balana 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 Balana
Knowing the nearby villages of Balana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balana.
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%.