Balha

Balha is a village located in Kanti subdivision of Muzaffarpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kanti (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Muzaffarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherukahi is the gram panchayat of Balha village.

Balha has its own place in the vibrant Muzaffarpur 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 Balha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balha is 228656. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843109. Kanti is nearest town to Balha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Balha

Below is a concise population overview of Balha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 516 274 242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 31 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 89 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 379 209 170
Illiterate Population 137 65 72

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balha village:

  • The total population of Balha village is around 516, including approximately 274 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Balha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balha village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balha village is about 73.45%, with male literacy at 76.28% and female literacy at 70.25%.
  • There are around 120 households in Balha village.

Connectivity of Balha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balha. As per the 2011 stats, Balha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balha

Knowing the nearby villages of Balha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balha.

Suratpur Panapur Kariat Roshanpur Rasulpur Kariat Kabilpur Alahdadpur Mobarakpur Shampur Bhoj Sherpur Urf Mahammadpur Mustak Arizpur Hichra

Frequently Asked Questions about Balha

Where is Balha located?
Balha village is situated in Kanti Subdivision, within the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balha is Sherukahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balha?
The pincode of Balha is 843109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balha is 516, with 274 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Balha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balha village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balha is 73.45%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 70.25%.