Balia
Balia is a village located in Sangrampur subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sangrampur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Balia village is also a gram panchayat.
Balia has its own place in the vibrant Munger 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 243281. The village spans a total geographical area of 185 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Balia
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,842 | 974 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 549 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 425 | 562 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balia village:
- The total population of Balia village is around 1,842, including approximately 974 males and 868 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 353 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balia village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balia village is about 46.42%, with male literacy at 56.37% and female literacy at 35.25%.
- There are around 351 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
- Where is Balia located?
- Balia village is situated in Sangrampur Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
- Balia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 1,842, with 974 males and 868 females.
- How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 46.42%. The male literacy rate is 56.37%, while the female literacy rate is 35.25%.