Balua - Piprasi, Pashchim Champaran
Balua is a village situated in the Piprasi subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piprasi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Balua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua is 216974. The village covers a total geographical area of 1905.7 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 80 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 4,581 people, consisting of 2,429 males and 2,152 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 796 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 2,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,581 | 2,429 | 2,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 393 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 393 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,300 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,746 | 1,129 | 1,617 |
Nearby Villages of Balua
Balua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhubani | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Rajwatia | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Dumri | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Sisai Lathihawa | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Sohgi Barwa | East | 5.29 km |
| Mojahida Urf Chirihwa | West | 5.94 km |
| Ghorahwa | South-East | 6.42 km |
| Baldiha | East | 6.51 km |
| Mojahidi Urf Aranhwa | West | 6.92 km |
| Chakhni | North-East | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balua. The nearest railway station is Bagaha, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Balua is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Balua is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balua
Where is Balua located?
Balua village is located in Piprasi Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
Balua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 845104.
What is the population of Balua?
Balua has a total population of 4,581, including 2,429 males and 2,152 females.
How many households are there in Balua?
There are 687 households in Balua.
What is the literacy rate in Balua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua is 40.06%. Male literacy is 53.52% and female literacy is 24.86%.