Balan

Balan is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Balan village is also a gram panchayat.

Balan has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 Balan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balan is 041776. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246427. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Balan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 91km away.

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Population of Balan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 732 348 384
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 66 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 279 134 145
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 492 263 229
Illiterate Population 240 85 155

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

  • The total population of Balan village is around 732, including approximately 348 males and 384 females, with a sex ratio of 1103 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Balan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balan village has 279 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balan village is about 67.21%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 59.64%.
  • There are around 137 households in Balan village.

Connectivity of Balan

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balan

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

Mundoli Mela Chak Mundoli Vaan Madhye Kuling Vaan Diden Chak Vaan Balan Chack Bhrikuti Bahantara Himani Chack Bahantara Ghes Chack Sarmata Ghes Pinau Laga Balan

Frequently Asked Questions about Balan

Where is Balan located?
Balan village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balan?
Balan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balan?
The pincode of Balan is 246427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balan is 732, with 348 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Balan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balan village has a total of 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balan is 67.21%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 59.64%.