Balia - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Balia is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Balia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 220830. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.4 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balia
As per Census 2011, Balia village has a total population of 3,781 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,799 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 682 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 1,904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,781 | 1,982 | 1,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 368 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,103 | 560 | 543 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,126 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,904 | 856 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Balia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Balia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Balia is about 36 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 Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
Balia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 847403.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia has a total population of 3,781, including 1,982 males and 1,799 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
There are 854 households in Balia.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia is 49.64%. Male literacy is 56.81% and female literacy is 41.75%.