Balaha

Balaha is a village located in Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Singhwara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Harpur is the gram panchayat of Balaha village.

Balaha 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 Balaha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaha is 226844. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares. Darbhanga is nearest town to Balaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Balaha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 912 473 439
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 76 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 419 270 149
Illiterate Population 493 203 290

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

  • The total population of Balaha village is around 912, including approximately 473 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Balaha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Balaha village is about 45.94%, with male literacy at 57.08% and female literacy at 33.94%.
  • There are around 193 households in Balaha village.

Connectivity of Balaha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaha. As per the 2011 stats, Balaha 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaha

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

Harakh Birdipur Basauli Arai Harpur Sabaul Barhaulia Rasulpur Inamat Sarwara Kheraj Phulthua

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaha

Where is Balaha located?
Balaha village is situated in Singhwara Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaha is Harpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaha is 912, with 473 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaha village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaha is 45.94%. The male literacy rate is 57.08%, while the female literacy rate is 33.94%.