Balera
Balera is a village located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Balera village. As per 2009 stats, Balera village is also a gram panchayat.
Balera has its own place in the vibrant Solan 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 Balera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balera is 020122. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173221. Arki is nearest town to Balera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Balera 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 Arki 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.
Google Map of Balera
Population of Balera
Below is a concise population overview of Balera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balera village:
- The total population of Balera village is around 289, including approximately 149 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Balera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balera village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balera village is about 77.85%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 71.43%.
- There are around 59 households in Balera village.
Connectivity of Balera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balera. As per the 2011 stats, Balera 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 Balera
Knowing the nearby villages of Balera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balera
- Where is Balera located?
- Balera village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balera?
- Balera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balera?
- The pincode of Balera is 173221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balera is 289, with 149 males and 140 females.
- How many households are there in Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balera village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balera is 77.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.89%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.