Balaura - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Balaura is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sohsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaura is 216309. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balaura
As per Census 2011, Balaura village has a total population of 831 people, consisting of 426 males and 405 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 426 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 304 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 238 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 188 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Balaura
Balaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghor Pakri | South | 1.17 km |
| Shivpurwa | West | 1.48 km |
| Lakhankhor | North | 1.51 km |
| Chainpur | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Semri | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Ekdarwa | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Sohsa | North | 2.37 km |
| Barnihar | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Charihani | East | 2.51 km |
| Purandarpur | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balaura
Balaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chamua, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Balaura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Balaura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaura 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 Balaura
Where is Balaura located?
Balaura village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaura is Sohsa.
What is the pincode of Balaura?
The pincode of Balaura is 845106.
What is the population of Balaura?
Balaura has a total population of 831, including 426 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Balaura?
There are 157 households in Balaura.
What is the literacy rate in Balaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaura is 43.32%. Male literacy is 55.87% and female literacy is 30.12%.