Balag
About Balag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balag village is 020119. Balag village is located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Balag village. As per 2009 stats, Balera is the gram panchayat of Balag village.
The total geographical area of village is 24 hectares. Balag has a total population of 74 peoples, out of which male population is 32 while female population is 42. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1312 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balag village is 71.62% out of which 78.13% males and 66.67% females are literate. There are about 13 houses in balag village. Pincode of balag village locality is 173221.
When it comes to administration, Balag 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, Balag village comes under Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Arki is nearest town to balag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balag
The population details of Balag 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 | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Connectivity of Balag
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balag
Where is Balag located?
Balag village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balag?
The Gram Panchayat of Balag is Balera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balag?
The pincode of Balag is 173221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balag is 74, with 32 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Balag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balag village has a total of 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balag is 71.62%. The male literacy rate is 78.13%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.