Balia

Balia is a village located in Amour subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Amour (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Nitendar is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 223720. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.

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Population of Balia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 602 316 286
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 58 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 89 60 29
Illiterate Population 513 256 257

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 602, including approximately 316 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 14.78%, with male literacy at 18.99% and female literacy at 10.14%.
  • There are around 111 households in Balia village.

Connectivity of Balia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balia. As per the 2011 stats, Balia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balia

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

Palsa Khemia Pachkonia Belgachhi Farsadenga Kanharia Raili Nitandar Kolha Mohan Pipra Makanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Amour Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Nitendar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 602, with 316 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 14.78%. The male literacy rate is 18.99%, while the female literacy rate is 10.14%.