Balog
About Balog
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balog village is 024869. Balog village is located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Balog village. As per 2009 stats, Balog village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 320.96 hectares. Balog has a total population of 285 peoples, out of which male population is 150 while female population is 135. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 900 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balog village is 70.18% out of which 77.33% males and 62.22% females are literate. There are about 60 houses in balog village. Pincode of balog village locality is 173217.
When it comes to administration, Balog 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, Balog village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to balog village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balog
The population details of Balog 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 | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 200 | 116 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Connectivity of Balog
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balog
Where is Balog located?
Balog village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balog?
Balog serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balog?
The pincode of Balog is 173217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balog is 285, with 150 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Balog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balog village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balog as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balog is 70.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.33%, while the female literacy rate is 62.22%.