Balihana

Balihana is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Balihana village. As per 2009 stats, Sainj is the gram panchayat of Balihana village.

Balihana has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balihana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balihana is 025213. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Balihana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Balihana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balihana

Below is a concise population overview of Balihana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 188 104 84
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 14 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 54 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 127 74 53
Illiterate Population 61 30 31

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balihana village:

  • The total population of Balihana village is around 188, including approximately 104 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Balihana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balihana village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balihana village is about 67.55%, with male literacy at 71.15% and female literacy at 63.10%.
  • There are around 34 households in Balihana village.

Connectivity of Balihana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balihana. As per the 2011 stats, Balihana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balihana

Knowing the nearby villages of Balihana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balihana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balihana

Where is Balihana located?
Balihana village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balihana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balihana is Sainj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balihana?
The pincode of Balihana is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balihana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balihana is 188, with 104 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Balihana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balihana village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balihana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balihana is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.15%, while the female literacy rate is 63.10%.