Balua

Balua is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Ramai is the gram panchayat of Balua village.

Balua has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Balua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 221574. The village spans a total geographical area of 251 hectares. Farbisganj is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Balua

Below is a concise population overview of Balua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,332 675 657
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 286 144 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 541 283 258
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 36 23 13
Literate Population 504 295 209
Illiterate Population 828 380 448

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balua village:

  • The total population of Balua village is around 1,332, including approximately 675 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 286 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 541 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 37.84%, with male literacy at 43.70% and female literacy at 31.81%.
  • There are around 343 households in Balua village.

Connectivity of Balua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balua. As per the 2011 stats, Balua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Balua

Knowing the nearby villages of Balua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balua.

Lachhmipur Gachh Gurmahi Deopura Rahikpur Khawaspur Ramai Madhura Lahsunganj Halhalia Tiraskund Samaul

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Ramai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 1,332, with 675 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 37.84%. The male literacy rate is 43.70%, while the female literacy rate is 31.81%.