Baloa - Theog, Shimla
Baloa is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baloa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baloa is 025133. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Baloa 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 Baloa
According to the 2011 Census, Baloa village had a total population of 401 people, including 206 males and 195 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.62%, with male literacy at 94.48% and female literacy at 72.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 401 | 206 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 171 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 35 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Baloa
Baloa 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 Baloa
Baloa 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 Baloa 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 Baloa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baloa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baloa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baloa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baloa
Where is Baloa located?
Baloa village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baloa?
The Gram Panchayat of Baloa is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Baloa?
The pincode of Baloa is 171201.
What is the population of Baloa?
Baloa had a total population of 401, including 206 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Baloa?
Baloa had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baloa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baloa was 83.62%. Male literacy was 94.48% and female literacy was 72.25%.