Balia

Balia is a village located in Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dumaria (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bhangia is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 256175. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,030 558 472
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 100 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) 236 128 108
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 529 334 195
Illiterate Population 501 224 277

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 1,030, including approximately 558 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 190 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 236 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 51.36%, with male literacy at 59.86% and female literacy at 41.31%.
  • There are around 180 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 10+ 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.

Lon Chak Umed Chak Umed Chak Arazi Bataspur Saita Bhikhanpur Dibhka Kabisa Kunria Bhangia

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Dumaria Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Bhangia (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 1,030, with 558 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 51.36%. The male literacy rate is 59.86%, while the female literacy rate is 41.31%.