Balkhera
Balkhera is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Balkhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Balkhera has its own place in the vibrant Udham Singh Nagar 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 Balkhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balkhera is 056205. The village spans a total geographical area of 287.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262311. Sitarganj is nearest town to Balkhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balkhera 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balkhera
Population of Balkhera
Below is a concise population overview of Balkhera 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 | 1,170 | 588 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 405 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 454 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 134 | 218 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balkhera village:
- The total population of Balkhera village is around 1,170, including approximately 588 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Balkhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balkhera village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 820 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balkhera village is about 69.91%, with male literacy at 77.21% and female literacy at 62.54%.
- There are around 218 households in Balkhera village.
Connectivity of Balkhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balkhera. As per the 2011 stats, Balkhera 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 Balkhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Balkhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balkhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balkhera
- Where is Balkhera located?
- Balkhera village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balkhera?
- Balkhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balkhera?
- The pincode of Balkhera is 262311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkhera is 1,170, with 588 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Balkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balkhera village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkhera is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 77.21%, while the female literacy rate is 62.54%.