Balua - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Balua is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belsandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua is 216366. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.3 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Balua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balua
As per Census 2011, Balua village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 288 males and 245 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 288 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 193 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 95 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Balua
Balua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balua
Public transport in the Balua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Balua is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Balua is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balua
Where is Balua located?
Balua village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Belsandi.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 845455.
What is the population of Balua?
Balua has a total population of 533, including 288 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Balua?
There are 102 households in Balua.
What is the literacy rate in Balua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua is 60.98%. Male literacy is 67.01% and female literacy is 53.88%.