Balera - Kunihar, Solan
Balera is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Solan. Balera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balera is 020122. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Balera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balera
According to the 2011 Census, Balera village had a total population of 289 people, including 149 males and 140 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.27%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 76.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Balera
Balera 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 Balera
Balera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Balera is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balera 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 Balera
Where is Balera located?
Balera village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balera?
Balera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balera?
The pincode of Balera is 173207.
What is the population of Balera?
Balera had a total population of 289, including 149 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Balera?
Balera had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balera was 84.27%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 76.34%.