Balana - Devalthal, Pithoragarh
Balana is a village situated in the Devalthal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from Didihat and around 34 km from Pithoragarh. Lakhati Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balana is 049299. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.47 hectares and falls under the 262542 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Balana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balana
According to the 2011 Census, Balana village had a total population of 8 people, including 5 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Transport and Connectivity of Balana
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Balana is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Balana is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Balana
Where is Balana located?
Balana village is located in Devalthal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balana is Lakhati Gaon.
What is the pincode of Balana?
The pincode of Balana is 262542.
What is the population of Balana?
Balana had a total population of 8, including 5 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Balana?
Balana had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balana was 83.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.