Balu
About Balu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balu village is 007649. Balu village is located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 112km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Balu village. As per 2009 stats, Garnota is the gram panchayat of Balu village.
The total geographical area of village is 248.5 hectares. Balu has a total population of 373 peoples, out of which male population is 183 while female population is 190. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1038 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balu village is 64.34% out of which 71.04% males and 57.89% females are literate. There are about 79 houses in balu village. Pincode of balu village locality is 176207.
When it comes to administration, Balu 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, Balu village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to balu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 183 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 53 | 80 |
Connectivity of Balu
| 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 Balu
Where is Balu located?
Balu village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balu?
The Gram Panchayat of Balu is Garnota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balu?
The pincode of Balu is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balu is 373, with 183 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Balu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balu village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balu is 64.34%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 57.89%.