Balana

Balana is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Dungari is the gram panchayat of Balana village.

Balana 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 Balana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balana is 054316. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Balana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Balana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 179 89 90
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 12 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 21 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 124 76 48
Illiterate Population 55 13 42

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

  • The total population of Balana village is around 179, including approximately 89 males and 90 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Balana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balana village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balana village is about 69.27%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 53.33%.
  • There are around 36 households in Balana village.

Connectivity of Balana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balana. As per the 2011 stats, Balana 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balana

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balana

Where is Balana located?
Balana village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balana is Dungari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balana is 179, with 89 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balana village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balana is 69.27%. The male literacy rate is 85.39%, while the female literacy rate is 53.33%.