Balowa
About Balowa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balowa village is 025133. Balowa village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Balowa village. As per 2009 stats, Bharada is the gram panchayat of Balowa village.
The total geographical area of village is 80 hectares. Balowa has a total population of 401 peoples, out of which male population is 206 while female population is 195. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balowa village is 73.82% out of which 83.01% males and 64.10% females are literate. There are about 64 houses in balowa village. Pincode of balowa village locality is 171201.
When it comes to administration, Balowa 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, Balowa village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to balowa village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balowa
The population details of Balowa 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 | 401 | 206 | 195 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 296 | 171 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 35 | 70 |
Connectivity of Balowa
| 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 Balowa
Where is Balowa located?
Balowa village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Balowa is Bharada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balowa?
The pincode of Balowa is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balowa is 401, with 206 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Balowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balowa village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balowa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balowa is 73.82%. The male literacy rate is 83.01%, while the female literacy rate is 64.10%.