Balan - Theog, Shimla
Balan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jais serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balan is 025106. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.07 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Balan 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 Balan
According to the 2011 Census, Balan village had a total population of 62 people, including 28 males and 34 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.09%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Balan
Balan 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 Balan
Balan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Balan is about 39 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 Balan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balan
Where is Balan located?
Balan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balan is Jais.
What is the pincode of Balan?
The pincode of Balan is 171201.
What is the population of Balan?
Balan had a total population of 62, including 28 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Balan?
Balan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balan was 89.09%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.