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.
Here you can discover what makes Balkhera unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Balkhera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Balkhera has a total population of about 1,170, with approximately 588 males and 582 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 820. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.91%, with male literacy at about 77.21% and female literacy near 62.54%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balkhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.