Balu Village Overview
Balu is a village in Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It lies about 35 km from Dharmsala district headquarters. Baroh is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Thana Khas is the Gram Panchayat for Balu village.
The sections below provide essential information about Balu village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balu is 010025. The village covers a geographical area of 23.04 hectares and has a pincode of 176037. Kangra is the nearest town.
Location Map of Balu
Population & Demographics of Balu
This section provides population and demographic details of Balu village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Key population details of Balu village are given below:
- Balu village is a very small village with a total population of around 25, including approximately 13 males and 12 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- The literacy level of Balu village is good, with a literacy rate of about 68.00%.
- There are around 5 households in Balu village.
Transport & Connectivity of Balu
Transport facilities help residents of Balu village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balu
The following villages are located close to Balu and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balu
- Where is Balu located?
- Balu village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balu is Thana Khas (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Balu?
- The pincode of Balu is 176037.
- What is the population of Balu?
- Balu has a total population of 25, including 13 males and 12 females.
- How many households are there in Balu?
- There are 5 households in Balu.
- What is the literacy rate in Balu?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balu is 68.00%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 50.00%.