Balia - Biraul, Darbhanga
Balia is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 227734. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gora bauram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia
According to the 2011 Census, Balia village had a total population of 3,080 people, including 1,584 males and 1,496 females, living in 628 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Balia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Balia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Balia is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Dumari.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 847203.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia had a total population of 3,080, including 1,584 males and 1,496 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
Balia had 628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia was 72.91%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 64.88%.