Simbal Balla - Harchakian, Kangra
Simbal Balla is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharooplahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simbal Balla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simbal Balla is 009280. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.86 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Simbal Balla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simbal Balla
According to the 2011 Census, Simbal Balla village had a total population of 31 people, including 16 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Simbal Balla
Simbal Balla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Simbal Balla
Public transport in the Simbal Balla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Simbal Balla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simbal Balla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simbal Balla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simbal Balla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simbal Balla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simbal Balla
Where is Simbal Balla located?
Simbal Balla village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simbal Balla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simbal Balla is Bharooplahar.
What is the pincode of Simbal Balla?
The pincode of Simbal Balla is 176210.
What is the population of Simbal Balla?
Simbal Balla had a total population of 31, including 16 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Simbal Balla?
Simbal Balla had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simbal Balla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simbal Balla was 71.43%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 58.33%.