Balua

Balua is a village located in Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sidhaw (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Balua Chhatraul is the gram panchayat of Balua village.

Balua 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 Balua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 216035. The village spans a total geographical area of 500.1 hectares. Bagha is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Balua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,964 2,564 2,400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,036 534 502
Scheduled Castes (SC) 824 434 390
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,601 801 800
Literate Population 2,156 1,347 809
Illiterate Population 2,808 1,217 1,591

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

  • The total population of Balua village is around 4,964, including approximately 2,564 males and 2,400 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,036 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 824 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,601 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 43.43%, with male literacy at 52.54% and female literacy at 33.71%.
  • There are around 790 households in Balua village.

Connectivity of Balua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balua. As per the 2011 stats, Balua 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balua

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

Bairiya Khurd Chhatraul Garkatti Jarar Sinagahi Bihar Belahwa Pachrukha Madanpur Rampurwa Rampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Sidhaw Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Balua Chhatraul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 4,964, with 2,564 males and 2,400 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 790 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 43.43%. The male literacy rate is 52.54%, while the female literacy rate is 33.71%.