Balainya - Theog, Shimla
Balainya is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tiyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balainya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balainya is 025246. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Balainya 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 Balainya
According to the 2011 Census, Balainya village had a total population of 440 people, including 224 males and 216 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 440 | 224 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 153 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 71 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Balainya
Balainya 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 Balainya
Balainya 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 Balainya is about 34 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 Balainya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balainya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balainya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balainya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balainya
Where is Balainya located?
Balainya village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balainya?
The Gram Panchayat of Balainya is Tiyali.
What is the pincode of Balainya?
The pincode of Balainya is 171201.
What is the population of Balainya?
Balainya had a total population of 440, including 224 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Balainya?
Balainya had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balainya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balainya was 77.98%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 75.00%.