Balang (16/194) - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Balang (16/194) is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Shimla. Chanog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balang (16/194) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balang (16/194) is 024409. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.74 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Balang (16/194) 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 Balang (16/194)
According to the 2011 Census, Balang (16/194) village had a total population of 54 people, including 28 males and 26 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Balang (16/194)
Balang (16/194) 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 Balang (16/194)
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Balang (16/194).
| 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 Balang (16/194) is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balang (16/194)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balang (16/194) 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 Balang (16/194)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balang (16/194) 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 Balang (16/194)
Where is Balang (16/194) located?
Balang (16/194) village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balang (16/194)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balang (16/194) is Chanog.
What is the pincode of Balang (16/194)?
The pincode of Balang (16/194) is 171001.
What is the population of Balang (16/194)?
Balang (16/194) had a total population of 54, including 28 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Balang (16/194)?
Balang (16/194) had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balang (16/194)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balang (16/194) was 87.50%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 83.33%.