Balia
Balia is a village located in Baisi subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Baisi (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Meena Pur 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 224071. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854315. Purnia is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km 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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,375 | 711 | 664 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 180 | 163 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 506 | 312 | 194 |
Illiterate Population | 869 | 399 | 470 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balia village:
- The total population of Balia village is around 1,375, including approximately 711 males and 664 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Balia village is about 36.80%, with male literacy at 43.88% and female literacy at 29.22%.
- There are around 239 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
- Where is Balia located?
- Balia village is situated in Baisi Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Meena Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balia?
- The pincode of Balia is 854315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 1,375, with 711 males and 664 females.
- How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 36.80%. The male literacy rate is 43.88%, while the female literacy rate is 29.22%.