Balwal

Balwal is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Domath is the gram panchayat of Balwal village.

Balwal 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 Balwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwal is 216461. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.2 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Balwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Balwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 872 453 419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 74 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 4 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 754 385 369
Literate Population 474 288 186
Illiterate Population 398 165 233

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

  • The total population of Balwal village is around 872, including approximately 453 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Balwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwal village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 754 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwal village is about 54.36%, with male literacy at 63.58% and female literacy at 44.39%.
  • There are around 169 households in Balwal village.

Connectivity of Balwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwal. As per the 2011 stats, Balwal 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 Balwal

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balwal

Where is Balwal located?
Balwal village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwal is Domath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwal is 872, with 453 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Balwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwal village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwal is 54.36%. The male literacy rate is 63.58%, while the female literacy rate is 44.39%.