Balang

Balang is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balang village. As per 2009 stats, Chanog is the gram panchayat of Balang village.

Balang has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Balang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balang is 024409. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Balang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 54 28 26
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 4 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 5 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 42 22 20
Illiterate Population 12 6 6

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

  • The total population of Balang village is around 54, including approximately 28 males and 26 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Balang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balang village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balang village is about 77.78%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 76.92%.
  • There are around 11 households in Balang village.

Connectivity of Balang

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

Nearby Villages of Balang

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

Ner Chaog Jhakhri Lajhoon Chanog Shahal Bawin Balain Mawari Paoba Sojana

Frequently Asked Questions about Balang

Where is Balang located?
Balang village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balang?
The Gram Panchayat of Balang is Chanog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balang?
The pincode of Balang is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balang is 54, with 28 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Balang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balang village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balang is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 76.92%.