Balua
Balua is a village located in Palasi subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Palasi (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Balua Kaliyaganj 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 222007. The village spans a total geographical area of 877 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Balua
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 12,456 | 6,538 | 5,918 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,258 | 1,167 | 1,091 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 304 | 245 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Literate Population | 6,061 | 3,844 | 2,217 |
Illiterate Population | 6,395 | 2,694 | 3,701 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balua village:
- The total population of Balua village is around 12,456, including approximately 6,538 males and 5,918 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,258 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balua village has 549 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balua village is about 48.66%, with male literacy at 58.79% and female literacy at 37.46%.
- There are around 2,577 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balua
- Where is Balua located?
- Balua village is situated in Palasi Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Balua Kaliyaganj (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 12,456, with 6,538 males and 5,918 females.
- How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 2,577 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 48.66%. The male literacy rate is 58.79%, while the female literacy rate is 37.46%.