Balhech-I - Theog, Shimla
Balhech-I is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gowahi Devimod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balhech-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balhech-I is 025043. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Balhech-I 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 Balhech-I
According to the 2011 Census, Balhech-I village had a total population of 216 people, including 110 males and 106 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 93.20% and female literacy at 79.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Balhech-I
Balhech-I 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 Balhech-I
Balhech-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Balhech-I is about 36 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 Balhech-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balhech-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balhech-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balhech-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balhech-I
Where is Balhech-I located?
Balhech-I village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balhech-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Balhech-I is Gowahi Devimod.
What is the pincode of Balhech-I?
The pincode of Balhech-I is 171201.
What is the population of Balhech-I?
Balhech-I had a total population of 216, including 110 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Balhech-I?
Balhech-I had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balhech-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balhech-I was 86.57%. Male literacy was 93.20% and female literacy was 79.59%.