Balia

Balia is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Amba is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 239813. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares. Bhagalpur is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Balia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 658 347 311
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 73 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 95 57 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 298 198 100
Illiterate Population 360 149 211

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 658, including approximately 347 males and 311 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 95 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 45.29%, with male literacy at 57.06% and female literacy at 32.15%.
  • There are around 115 households in Balia village.

Connectivity of Balia

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balia

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

Damodarpur Kishunpur Neamatpur Sultanpur Dohradih Amwa Arazi Sagrampur Amwa Amanat Sarkar Pachkathia Banawan Arazi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Amba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 658, with 347 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 45.29%. The male literacy rate is 57.06%, while the female literacy rate is 32.15%.