Balwa
Balwa is a village located in Madhwapur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Madhwapur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Basuki Bihari South is the gram panchayat of Balwa village.
Balwa has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani 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 Balwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwa is 219818. The village spans a total geographical area of 306 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847308. Janakpur Road is nearest town to Balwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Balwa
Population of Balwa
Below is a concise population overview of Balwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,521 | 2,339 | 2,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 922 | 499 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 401 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 1,104 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,885 | 1,235 | 1,650 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwa village:
- The total population of Balwa village is around 4,521, including approximately 2,339 males and 2,182 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 922 children aged 0–6 years in Balwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balwa village has 723 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balwa village is about 36.19%, with male literacy at 47.20% and female literacy at 24.38%.
- There are around 883 households in Balwa village.
Connectivity of Balwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwa. As per the 2011 stats, Balwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwa
- Where is Balwa located?
- Balwa village is situated in Madhwapur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balwa is Basuki Bihari South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balwa?
- The pincode of Balwa is 847308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwa is 4,521, with 2,339 males and 2,182 females.
- How many households are there in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwa village has a total of 883 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwa is 36.19%. The male literacy rate is 47.20%, while the female literacy rate is 24.38%.