Balh

Balh is a village 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.

Balh has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Balh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balh is 013275. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176120. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Balh village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Balh 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 Darang 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.

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Population of Balh

Below is a concise population overview of Balh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 642 344 298
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 32 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 254 136 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 494 288 206
Illiterate Population 148 56 92

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balh village:

  • The total population of Balh village is around 642, including approximately 344 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Balh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balh village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balh village is about 76.95%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 69.13%.
  • There are around 157 households in Balh village.

Connectivity of Balh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balh. As per the 2011 stats, Balh 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balh

Knowing the nearby villages of Balh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balh.

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%.