Balua - Barhara, Bhojpur
Balua is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Balua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua is 246825. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 802351 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Balua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balua
As per Census 2011, Balua village has a total population of 7,829 people, consisting of 4,225 males and 3,604 females. The village has 1,292 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,557 literate and 3,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,829 | 4,225 | 3,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,347 | 762 | 585 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 387 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 4,557 | 2,855 | 1,702 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,272 | 1,370 | 1,902 |
Nearby Villages of Balua
Balua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balua
Balua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Balua is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balua
Where is Balua located?
Balua village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
Balua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 802351.
What is the population of Balua?
Balua has a total population of 7,829, including 4,225 males and 3,604 females.
How many households are there in Balua?
There are 1,292 households in Balua.
What is the literacy rate in Balua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua is 58.21%. Male literacy is 67.57% and female literacy is 47.23%.