Balihar

Balihar is a village located in Simri subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Simri (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Balihar village is also a gram panchayat.

Balihar has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 Balihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balihar is 247797. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.33 hectares. Dumraon is nearest town to Balihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Balihar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,494 2,399 2,095
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 710 383 327
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,179 625 554
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,706 1,624 1,082
Illiterate Population 1,788 775 1,013

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

  • The total population of Balihar village is around 4,494, including approximately 2,399 males and 2,095 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 710 children aged 0–6 years in Balihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balihar village has 1,179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balihar village is about 60.21%, with male literacy at 67.69% and female literacy at 51.65%.
  • There are around 749 households in Balihar village.

Connectivity of Balihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balihar. As per the 2011 stats, Balihar 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balihar

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

Manikpur Keshopur Simri Khaira Nagpura Bhan Bahrauli Dubauli Khandhara Panrepur Daunpura Bankat

Frequently Asked Questions about Balihar

Where is Balihar located?
Balihar village is situated in Simri Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balihar?
Balihar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balihar is 4,494, with 2,399 males and 2,095 females.
How many households are there in Balihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balihar village has a total of 749 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balihar is 60.21%. The male literacy rate is 67.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.65%.