Bali Chowki - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Bali Chowki is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Balichowki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bali Chowki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bali Chowki is 014991. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.88 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Bali Chowki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bali Chowki
As per Census 2011, Bali Chowki village has a total population of 1,045 people, consisting of 521 males and 524 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bali Chowki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 521 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 133 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 431 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 90 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Bali Chowki
Bali Chowki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bali Chowki
Bali Chowki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bali Chowki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bali Chowki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bali Chowki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bali Chowki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bali Chowki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bali Chowki
Where is Bali Chowki located?
Bali Chowki village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bali Chowki?
The Gram Panchayat of Bali Chowki is Balichowki.
What is the pincode of Bali Chowki?
The pincode of Bali Chowki is 175106.
What is the population of Bali Chowki?
Bali Chowki has a total population of 1,045, including 521 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Bali Chowki?
There are 263 households in Bali Chowki.
What is the literacy rate in Bali Chowki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bali Chowki is 76.08%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 69.47%.