Balh
About Balh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balh village is 013275. Balh village is located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Balh village. As per 2009 stats, Drubal is the gram panchayat of Balh village.
The total geographical area of village is 226.15 hectares. Balh has a total population of 642 peoples, out of which male population is 344 while female population is 298. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 866 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balh village is 76.95% out of which 83.72% males and 69.13% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in balh village. Pincode of balh village locality is 176120.
When it comes to administration, Balh 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, Balh village comes under Darang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to balh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balh
The population details of Balh 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 | 642 | 344 | 298 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 254 | 136 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 494 | 288 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 56 | 92 |
Connectivity of Balh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balh
Where is Balh located?
Balh village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balh?
The Gram Panchayat of Balh is Drubal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balh?
The pincode of Balh is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balh is 642, with 344 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Balh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balh village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balh is 76.95%. The male literacy rate is 83.72%, while the female literacy rate is 69.13%.