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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Balwaha
According to the 2011 Census, Balwaha village had a total population of 510 people, including 274 males and 236 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.57%, with male literacy at 67.67% and female literacy at 31.58%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 274 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 510, including 274 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Balwaha?
Balwaha had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwaha was 50.57%. Male literacy was 67.67% and female literacy was 31.58%.