Balma - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Balma is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 10 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Balma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balma is 043965. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.98 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Balma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balma
As per Census 2011, Balma village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 108 males and 136 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,259 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 108 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 26 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Balma
Balma 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 Balma
Balma 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Balma is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Balma is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balma
Where is Balma located?
Balma village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balma?
Balma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balma?
The pincode of Balma is 249001.
What is the population of Balma?
Balma has a total population of 244, including 108 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Balma?
There are 58 households in Balma.
What is the literacy rate in Balma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balma is 66.80%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 59.56%.