Balla
Balla is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Balla village. As per 2009 stats, Tarkhankar is the gram panchayat of Balla village.
Balla 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 Balla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balla is 009657. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176214. Kangra is nearest town to Balla village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Balla village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Balla
Population of Balla
Below is a concise population overview of Balla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 172 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balla village:
- The total population of Balla village is around 362, including approximately 172 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 1104 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Balla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balla village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balla village is about 83.15%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 78.95%.
- There are around 86 households in Balla village.
Connectivity of Balla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balla. As per the 2011 stats, Balla 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balla
Knowing the nearby villages of Balla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balla
- Where is Balla located?
- Balla village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balla is Tarkhankar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balla?
- The pincode of Balla is 176214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balla is 362, with 172 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Balla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balla village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balla is 83.15%. The male literacy rate is 87.79%, while the female literacy rate is 78.95%.