Balahr
About Balahr
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balahr village is 010846. Balahr village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Balahr village. As per 2009 stats, Salihar is the gram panchayat of Balahr village.
The total geographical area of village is 121.73 hectares. Balahr has a total population of 460 peoples, out of which male population is 229 while female population is 231. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balahr village is 70.43% out of which 75.98% males and 64.94% females are literate. There are about 89 houses in balahr village. Pincode of balahr village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Balahr 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, Balahr village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to balahr village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balahr
The population details of Balahr 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 | 460 | 229 | 231 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 324 | 174 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 55 | 81 |
Connectivity of Balahr
| 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 Balahr
Where is Balahr located?
Balahr village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balahr?
The Gram Panchayat of Balahr is Salihar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balahr?
The pincode of Balahr is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balahr is 460, with 229 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Balahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balahr village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balahr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balahr is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.94%.