Balag - Nihri, Mandi
Balag is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Balag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balag is 015588. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Balag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balag
According to the 2011 Census, Balag village had a total population of 211 people, including 102 males and 109 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 67.37%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 81 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Balag
Balag 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 Balag
Balag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Balag is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balag 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balag
Where is Balag located?
Balag village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balag?
Balag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balag?
The pincode of Balag is 175038.
What is the population of Balag?
Balag had a total population of 211, including 102 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Balag?
Balag had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balag was 77.96%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 67.37%.