Balag - Theog, Shimla
Balag is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Balag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balag is 025267. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.93 hectares and falls under the 171226 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Balag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balag
According to the 2011 Census, Balag village had a total population of 281 people, including 138 males and 143 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.72%, with male literacy at 95.97% and female literacy at 78.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 19 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Balag
Balag 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 Balag
Balag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balag is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balag
Where is Balag located?
Balag village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balag?
Balag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balag?
The pincode of Balag is 171226.
What is the population of Balag?
Balag had a total population of 281, including 138 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Balag?
Balag had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balag was 86.72%. Male literacy was 95.97% and female literacy was 78.03%.