Balia

Balia is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Lachhnauta is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 216402. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.4 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 906 477 429
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 231 114 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 478 247 231
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 323 222 101
Illiterate Population 583 255 328

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 906, including approximately 477 males and 429 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 478 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 35.65%, with male literacy at 46.54% and female literacy at 23.54%.
  • There are around 142 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

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.

Balua Pakri Basauli Saithaul Sihpurwa Serhua Hardia Basantpur Lachhnauta Majharia Jaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Lachhnauta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 906, with 477 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 35.65%. The male literacy rate is 46.54%, while the female literacy rate is 23.54%.