Balsun

Balsun is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 41km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Balsun village. As per 2009 stats, Balsuan is the gram panchayat of Balsun village.

Balsun has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Balsun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsun is 010353. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176029. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Balsun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balsun

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 223 115 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 12 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 52 28 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 181 95 86
Illiterate Population 42 20 22

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

  • The total population of Balsun village is around 223, including approximately 115 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Balsun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsun village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balsun village is about 81.17%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 79.63%.
  • There are around 57 households in Balsun village.

Connectivity of Balsun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsun. As per the 2011 stats, Balsun 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balsun

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

Sameli Lachhu Jamgarh Gagehr Bilpar Chelian Bhati Kachhaur Kalar Khurd Chaunki Khurd Dohag Khas

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsun

Where is Balsun located?
Balsun village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsun?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsun is Balsuan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balsun?
The pincode of Balsun is 176029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balsun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsun is 223, with 115 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Balsun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsun village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsun is 81.17%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 79.63%.