Balli - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Balli is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Kotdwara and around 109 km from Pauri. Walli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balli is 048337. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.79 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Balli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balli
According to the 2011 Census, Balli village had a total population of 172 people, including 76 males and 96 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.99%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 76 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Balli
Balli 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 Balli
Balli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Balli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Balli is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balli
Where is Balli located?
Balli village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balli?
The Gram Panchayat of Balli is Walli.
What is the pincode of Balli?
The pincode of Balli is 246127.
What is the population of Balli?
Balli had a total population of 172, including 76 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Balli?
Balli had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balli was 85.99%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 76.92%.