Bala Gad
Bala Gad is a village located in Banjar tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Banjar. Banjar is the sub-district headquarter of Bala Gad village. As per 2009 stats, Shikari Ghat is the gram panchayat of Bala Gad village.
Bala Gad has its own place in the vibrant Kullu 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 Bala Gad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bala Gad is 012923. The village spans a total geographical area of 460 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175123. Banjar is nearest town to Bala Gad village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bala Gad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bala Gad
Population of Bala Gad
Below is a concise population overview of Bala Gad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,006 | 1,538 | 1,468 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 184 | 173 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 389 | 387 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,300 | 1,261 | 1,039 |
Illiterate Population | 706 | 277 | 429 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bala Gad village:
- The total population of Bala Gad village is around 3,006, including approximately 1,538 males and 1,468 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 357 children aged 0–6 years in Bala Gad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bala Gad village has 776 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bala Gad village is about 76.51%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 70.78%.
- There are around 620 households in Bala Gad village.
Connectivity of Bala Gad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bala Gad. As per the 2011 stats, Bala Gad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bala Gad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bala Gad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bala Gad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bala Gad
- Where is Bala Gad located?
- Bala Gad village is situated in Banjar Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bala Gad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bala Gad is Shikari Ghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bala Gad?
- The pincode of Bala Gad is 175123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bala Gad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bala Gad is 3,006, with 1,538 males and 1,468 females.
- How many households are there in Bala Gad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bala Gad village has a total of 620 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bala Gad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bala Gad is 76.51%. The male literacy rate is 81.99%, while the female literacy rate is 70.78%.