Balkhor
About Balkhor
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balkhor village is 008708. Balkhor village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Balkhor village. As per 2009 stats, Dah Kuhlara is the gram panchayat of Balkhor village.
The total geographical area of village is 43.48 hectares. Balkhor has a total population of 170 peoples, out of which male population is 85 while female population is 85. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balkhor village is 90.59% out of which 89.41% males and 91.76% females are literate. There are about 36 houses in balkhor village. Pincode of balkhor village locality is 176402.
When it comes to administration, Balkhor 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, Balkhor village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to balkhor village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balkhor
The population details of Balkhor cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Connectivity of Balkhor
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkhor
Where is Balkhor located?
Balkhor village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkhor is Dah Kuhlara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balkhor?
The pincode of Balkhor is 176402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balkhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkhor is 170, with 85 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Balkhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkhor village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkhor is 90.59%. The male literacy rate is 89.41%, while the female literacy rate is 91.76%.