Balwaha - Harlakhi, Madhubani
Balwaha is a village situated in the Harlakhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harlakhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Kalna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balwaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balwaha is 219868. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.9 hectares and falls under the 847240 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Balwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balwaha
As per Census 2011, Balwaha village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 274 males and 236 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 287 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 274 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 157 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 117 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Balwaha
Balwaha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balwaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balwaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Balwaha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Balwaha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balwaha
Where is Balwaha located?
Balwaha village is located in Harlakhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwaha is Kalna.
What is the pincode of Balwaha?
The pincode of Balwaha is 847240.
What is the population of Balwaha?
Balwaha has a total population of 510, including 274 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Balwaha?
There are 81 households in Balwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Balwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwaha is 43.73%. Male literacy is 57.30% and female literacy is 27.97%.