Balaahr

Balaahr is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Balaahr has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Balaahr

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaahr is 002002. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184144. Hiranagar is nearest town to Balaahr village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Balaahr

Below is a concise population overview of Balaahr as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 604 306 298
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 37 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 101 56 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 32 14 18
Literate Population 443 237 206
Illiterate Population 161 69 92

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balaahr village:

  • The total population of Balaahr village is around 604, including approximately 306 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Balaahr village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaahr village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balaahr village is about 73.34%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 69.13%.
  • There are around 128 households in Balaahr village.

Connectivity of Balaahr

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaahr. As per the 2011 stats, Balaahr had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaahr

Knowing the nearby villages of Balaahr helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaahr.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balaahr

Where is Balaahr located?
Balaahr village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Balaahr?
The pincode of Balaahr is 184144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balaahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaahr is 604, with 306 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Balaahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaahr village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaahr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaahr is 73.34%. The male literacy rate is 77.45%, while the female literacy rate is 69.13%.