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
As per Census 2011, Balia village has a total population of 3,080 people, consisting of 1,584 males and 1,496 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,817 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,080, including 1,584 males and 1,496 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
There are 628 households in Balia.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia is 58.99%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 52.74%.