Balaur

Balaur is a village located in Silao subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Silao (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Barakar is the gram panchayat of Balaur village.

Balaur 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 Balaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaur is 245106. The village spans a total geographical area of 119 hectares. Silao is nearest town to Balaur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Balaur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,374 695 679
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 133 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 548 263 285
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 641 382 259
Illiterate Population 733 313 420

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

  • The total population of Balaur village is around 1,374, including approximately 695 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Balaur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaur village has 548 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balaur village is about 46.65%, with male literacy at 54.96% and female literacy at 38.14%.
  • There are around 274 households in Balaur village.

Connectivity of Balaur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaur. As per the 2011 stats, Balaur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaur

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

Chamar Diha Samsera Pawadih Sithaura Lachhmipur Dharampura Kamal Bigha Gor Bigha Barakar Sonar Bigha Shekhpul

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaur

Where is Balaur located?
Balaur village is situated in Silao Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaur is Barakar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaur is 1,374, with 695 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Balaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaur village has a total of 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaur is 46.65%. The male literacy rate is 54.96%, while the female literacy rate is 38.14%.