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.
Here you can discover what makes Balwal unique in its vibrant Gaunaha-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Balwal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Balwal
Population of Balwal
According to the 2011 Census, Balwal has a total population of about 872, with approximately 453 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 754. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.36%, with male literacy at about 63.58% and female literacy near 44.39%. There are around 169 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.