Balan
About Balan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balan village is 025106. Balan village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 39km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Balan village. As per 2009 stats, Jais is the gram panchayat of Balan village.
The total geographical area of village is 19.07 hectares. Balan has a total population of 62 peoples, out of which male population is 28 while female population is 34. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1214 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balan village is 79.03% out of which 85.71% males and 73.53% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in balan village. Pincode of balan village locality is 171201.
When it comes to administration, Balan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balan village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to balan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balan
The population details of Balan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Connectivity of Balan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balan
Where is Balan located?
Balan village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balan is Jais (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balan?
The pincode of Balan is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balan is 62, with 28 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Balan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balan village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balan is 79.03%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 73.53%.