Balah
About Balah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balah village is 006114. Balah village is located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Maggowali is the gram panchayat of Balah village.
The total geographical area of village is 181.7 hectares. Balah has a total population of 768 peoples, out of which male population is 381 while female population is 387. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1015 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balah village is 70.18% out of which 73.75% males and 66.67% females are literate. There are about 160 houses in balah village. Pincode of balah village locality is 181111.
When it comes to administration, Balah 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, Balah village comes under Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jammu Lok Sabha constituency. R.as.pora is nearest town to balah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Balah
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 381 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 281 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 100 | 129 |
Connectivity of Balah
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balah
Where is Balah located?
Balah village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balah?
The Gram Panchayat of Balah is Maggowali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balah?
The pincode of Balah is 181111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balah is 768, with 381 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Balah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balah village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balah is 70.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.