Balain (16/195) - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Balain (16/195) is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Chanog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balain (16/195) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balain (16/195) is 024412. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.48 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Balain (16/195) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balain (16/195)
According to the 2011 Census, Balain (16/195) village had a total population of 90 people, including 48 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Balain (16/195)
Balain (16/195) 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 Balain (16/195)
Balain (16/195) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Shimla to Balain (16/195) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balain (16/195)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balain (16/195) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balain (16/195)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balain (16/195) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Balain (16/195)
Where is Balain (16/195) located?
Balain (16/195) village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balain (16/195)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balain (16/195) is Chanog.
What is the pincode of Balain (16/195)?
The pincode of Balain (16/195) is 171001.
What is the population of Balain (16/195)?
Balain (16/195) had a total population of 90, including 48 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Balain (16/195)?
Balain (16/195) had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balain (16/195)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balain (16/195) was 78.75%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 73.68%.