Balah
About Balah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balah village is 009252. Balah village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Balah village. As per 2009 stats, Kotla Ballah is the gram panchayat of Balah village.
The total geographical area of village is 292 hectares. Balah has a total population of 1,608 peoples, out of which male population is 805 while female population is 803. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balah village is 83.46% out of which 85.22% males and 81.69% females are literate. There are about 381 houses in balah village. Pincode of balah village locality is 176205.
When it comes to administration, Balah 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, Balah village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to balah village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balah
The population details of Balah 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 | 1,608 | 805 | 803 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 686 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 119 | 147 |
Connectivity of Balah
| 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 Balah
Where is Balah located?
Balah village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balah?
The Gram Panchayat of Balah is Kotla Ballah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balah?
The pincode of Balah is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balah is 1,608, with 805 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Balah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balah village has a total of 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balah is 83.46%. The male literacy rate is 85.22%, while the female literacy rate is 81.69%.