Balma
Balma is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Balma village is also a gram panchayat.
Balma has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 Balma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balma is 043965. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Chamba is nearest town to Balma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balma village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balma
Population of Balma
Below is a concise population overview of Balma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 108 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 26 | 55 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balma village:
- The total population of Balma village is around 244, including approximately 108 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 1259 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Balma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balma village has 112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balma village is about 66.80%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 59.56%.
- There are around 58 households in Balma village.
Connectivity of Balma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balma. As per the 2011 stats, Balma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balma
Knowing the nearby villages of Balma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balma
- Where is Balma located?
- Balma village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balma?
- Balma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balma?
- The pincode of Balma is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balma is 244, with 108 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Balma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balma village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balma is 66.80%. The male literacy rate is 75.93%, while the female literacy rate is 59.56%.