Balna - Dhari, Nainital
Balna is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Balana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balna is 054988. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.32 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Balna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balna
As per Census 2011, Balna village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 179 males and 185 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 131 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 48 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Balna
Balna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balna
Balna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Balna is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Balna is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balna
Where is Balna located?
Balna village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balna?
The Gram Panchayat of Balna is Balana.
What is the pincode of Balna?
The pincode of Balna is 263136.
What is the population of Balna?
Balna has a total population of 364, including 179 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Balna?
There are 71 households in Balna.
What is the literacy rate in Balna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balna is 57.97%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 43.24%.