Balthar - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Balthar is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Balthar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balthar is 217239. The village covers a total geographical area of 645 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Balthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balthar
As per Census 2011, Balthar village has a total population of 6,026 people, consisting of 3,192 males and 2,834 females. The village has 1,177 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,351 literate and 3,675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 972 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balthar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,026 | 3,192 | 2,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,389 | 728 | 661 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 489 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,351 | 1,555 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,675 | 1,637 | 2,038 |
Nearby Villages of Balthar
Balthar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsauni Ghogha | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Shikarpur | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Narkatia | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Parsauni Murli | West | 2.61 km |
| Bhaunri | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Madhuri | North | 2.94 km |
| Jaisinghpur | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Parsotimpur | North | 3.32 km |
| Ghorcharhi | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Marjadwa | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balthar
Balthar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marajdwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Balthar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balthar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balthar
Where is Balthar located?
Balthar village is located in Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balthar?
Balthar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balthar?
The pincode of Balthar is 845307.
What is the population of Balthar?
Balthar has a total population of 6,026, including 3,192 males and 2,834 females.
How many households are there in Balthar?
There are 1,177 households in Balthar.
What is the literacy rate in Balthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balthar is 39.01%. Male literacy is 48.72% and female literacy is 28.09%.