Balia

Balia is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Chand Har is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia 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 Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 224669. The village spans a total geographical area of 105 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 381 198 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 37 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 8 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 121 76 45
Illiterate Population 260 122 138

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 381, including approximately 198 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 31.76%, with male literacy at 38.38% and female literacy at 24.59%.
  • There are around 81 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Bidyanandpur Baghua Kalidaspur Chandhar Kharitola Madhyamtola Nayatola Kusha Narainpur Kaliganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Chand Har (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 381, with 198 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 31.76%. The male literacy rate is 38.38%, while the female literacy rate is 24.59%.