Balsama

Balsama is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Dahnia is the gram panchayat of Balsama village.

Balsama has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Balsama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsama is 225238. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.04 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Balsama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

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Population of Balsama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,401 714 687
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 312 148 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 519 326 193
Illiterate Population 882 388 494

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

  • The total population of Balsama village is around 1,401, including approximately 714 males and 687 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 312 children aged 0–6 years in Balsama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Balsama village is about 37.04%, with male literacy at 45.66% and female literacy at 28.09%.
  • There are around 315 households in Balsama village.

Connectivity of Balsama

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balsama

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

Sisabari Murbatpur Chaulhar Milik Chaulhar Marhi Dahania Kamalpur Rasidpur Paikbahan Murtazapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsama

Where is Balsama located?
Balsama village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsama?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsama is Dahnia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balsama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsama is 1,401, with 714 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Balsama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsama village has a total of 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsama is 37.04%. The male literacy rate is 45.66%, while the female literacy rate is 28.09%.