Balso

Balso is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Balsaun is the gram panchayat of Balso village.

Balso 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 Balso

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balso is 054218. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262527. Lohaghat is nearest town to Balso village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Balso

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 654 281 373
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 91 51 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 23 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 420 209 211
Illiterate Population 234 72 162

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

  • The total population of Balso village is around 654, including approximately 281 males and 373 females, with a sex ratio of 1327 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Balso village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balso village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balso village is about 64.22%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 56.57%.
  • There are around 143 households in Balso village.

Connectivity of Balso

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balso. As per the 2011 stats, Balso 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 Balso

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balso

Where is Balso located?
Balso village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balso?
The Gram Panchayat of Balso is Balsaun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balso?
The pincode of Balso is 262527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balso as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balso is 654, with 281 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Balso as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balso village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balso as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balso is 64.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.38%, while the female literacy rate is 56.57%.