Balni - Benipur, Darbhanga
Balni is a village situated in the Benipur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ganesh Banaul Balni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balni is 227269. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 847201 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Balni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balni
As per Census 2011, Balni village has a total population of 3,475 people, consisting of 1,825 males and 1,650 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,792 literate and 1,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,475 | 1,825 | 1,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 291 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,042 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,683 | 783 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Balni
Balni 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 Balni
Balni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Balni is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Balni is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balni
Where is Balni located?
Balni village is located in Benipur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balni?
The Gram Panchayat of Balni is Ganesh Banaul Balni.
What is the pincode of Balni?
The pincode of Balni is 847201.
What is the population of Balni?
Balni has a total population of 3,475, including 1,825 males and 1,650 females.
How many households are there in Balni?
There are 790 households in Balni.
What is the literacy rate in Balni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balni is 51.57%. Male literacy is 57.10% and female literacy is 45.45%.