Balai

Balai is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Balai village is also a gram panchayat.

Balai has its own place in the vibrant Champawat 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 Balai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balai is 054294. The village spans a total geographical area of 377.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Balai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Balai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 430 202 228
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 43 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 322 154 168
Illiterate Population 108 48 60

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

  • The total population of Balai village is around 430, including approximately 202 males and 228 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Balai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Balai village is about 74.88%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 73.68%.
  • There are around 88 households in Balai village.

Connectivity of Balai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balai. As per the 2011 stats, Balai 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balai

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balai

Where is Balai located?
Balai village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balai?
Balai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balai?
The pincode of Balai is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balai is 430, with 202 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Balai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balai village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balai is 74.88%. The male literacy rate is 76.24%, while the female literacy rate is 73.68%.