Balra

Balra is a village located in Barauli subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barauli (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Hasanpur is the gram panchayat of Balra village.

Balra has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj 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 Balra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balra is 231076. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares. Barauli is nearest town to Balra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Balra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,758 1,909 1,849
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 695 360 335
Scheduled Castes (SC) 373 174 199
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 87 43 44
Literate Population 1,896 1,142 754
Illiterate Population 1,862 767 1,095

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

  • The total population of Balra village is around 3,758, including approximately 1,909 males and 1,849 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 695 children aged 0–6 years in Balra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balra village has 373 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balra village is about 50.45%, with male literacy at 59.82% and female literacy at 40.78%.
  • There are around 654 households in Balra village.

Connectivity of Balra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balra. As per the 2011 stats, Balra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balra

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

Khajuria Siarua Kalyanpur Madhubani Kalyanpur Mathia Saraiya Pahari Sadaua Rampur Pipra Haluar Barhea Salona

Frequently Asked Questions about Balra

Where is Balra located?
Balra village is situated in Barauli Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balra?
The Gram Panchayat of Balra is Hasanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balra is 3,758, with 1,909 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Balra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balra village has a total of 654 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balra is 50.45%. The male literacy rate is 59.82%, while the female literacy rate is 40.78%.