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.
Here you can discover what makes Balai unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Balai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Balai
Population of Balai
According to the 2011 Census, Balai has a total population of about 430, with approximately 202 males and 228 females. The sex ratio is around 1128 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.88%, with male literacy at about 76.24% and female literacy near 73.68%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.