Balhech-II - Theog, Shimla
Balhech-II is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gowahi Devimod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balhech-II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balhech-II is 025041. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.78 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Balhech-II 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-II
As per Census 2011, Balhech-II village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 65 males and 57 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balhech-II are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Balhech-II
Balhech-II 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-II
Balhech-II 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-II is about 37 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-II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balhech-II 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-II
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-II 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-II
Where is Balhech-II located?
Balhech-II village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balhech-II?
The Gram Panchayat of Balhech-II is Gowahi Devimod.
What is the pincode of Balhech-II?
The pincode of Balhech-II is 171201.
What is the population of Balhech-II?
Balhech-II has a total population of 122, including 65 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Balhech-II?
There are 24 households in Balhech-II.
What is the literacy rate in Balhech-II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balhech-II is 80.33%. Male literacy is 86.15% and female literacy is 73.68%.