Balia
Balia is a village located in Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Biraul (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Dumari is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
Balia has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga 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 227734. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares. Darbhanga is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,080 | 1,584 | 1,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 308 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,817 | 1,028 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 556 | 707 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balia village:
- The total population of Balia village is around 3,080, including approximately 1,584 males and 1,496 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 588 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balia village has 310 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balia village is about 58.99%, with male literacy at 64.90% and female literacy at 52.74%.
- There are around 628 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
- Where is Balia located?
- Balia village is situated in Biraul Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Dumari (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 3,080, with 1,584 males and 1,496 females.
- How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 628 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 58.99%. The male literacy rate is 64.90%, while the female literacy rate is 52.74%.