Balahir - Mandhan, Kotputli-Behror
Balahir is a village situated in the Mandhan tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 37 km from Behror and around 97 km from Alwar. Nangli Balai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balahir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balahir is 071787. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 301705 pincode. Behror is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Balahir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Behror Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balahir
According to the 2011 Census, Balahir village had a total population of 445 people, including 230 males and 215 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.40%, with male literacy at 96.46% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 445 | 230 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 191 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 39 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Balahir
Balahir 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 Balahir
Balahir is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behror to Balahir is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Balahir is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balahir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balahir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balahir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balahir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balahir
Where is Balahir located?
Balahir village is located in Mandhan Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balahir?
The Gram Panchayat of Balahir is Nangli Balai.
What is the pincode of Balahir?
The pincode of Balahir is 301705.
What is the population of Balahir?
Balahir had a total population of 445, including 230 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Balahir?
Balahir had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balahir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balahir was 88.40%. Male literacy was 96.46% and female literacy was 80.00%.