Baloh

Baloh is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Baloh village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaloh is the gram panchayat of Baloh village.

Baloh 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 Baloh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baloh is 024381. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Baloh village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Baloh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 135 69 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 7 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 4 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 99 57 42
Illiterate Population 36 12 24

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

  • The total population of Baloh village is around 135, including approximately 69 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Baloh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baloh village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Baloh village is about 73.33%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 63.64%.
  • There are around 20 households in Baloh village.

Connectivity of Baloh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baloh. As per the 2011 stats, Baloh 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 Baloh

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Baloh

Where is Baloh located?
Baloh village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Baloh is Bhaloh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baloh?
The pincode of Baloh is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baloh is 135, with 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Baloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baloh village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baloh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baloh is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.