Balwa

Balwa is a village located in Nagar Nausa subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nagar Nausa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Bhuthakhar is the gram panchayat of Balwa village.

Balwa has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 244209. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Balwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,056 556 500
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 87 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 73 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 482 291 191
Illiterate Population 574 265 309

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

  • The total population of Balwa village is around 1,056, including approximately 556 males and 500 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Balwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwa village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balwa village is about 45.64%, with male literacy at 52.34% and female literacy at 38.20%.
  • There are around 190 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Chishtipur Bhuthakhar Parasdiha Saira Bhadru Shahpur Mansinghpur Lodipur Nehusa Tira Ukhra

Frequently Asked Questions about Balwa

Where is Balwa located?
Balwa village is situated in Nagar Nausa Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwa is Bhuthakhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwa is 1,056, with 556 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwa village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwa is 45.64%. The male literacy rate is 52.34%, while the female literacy rate is 38.20%.