Balua

Balua is a village located in Srinagar subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Srinagar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Jhunni Kala is the gram panchayat of Balua village.

Balua 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 Balua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 223609. The village spans a total geographical area of 661 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km 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 6,882 3,656 3,226
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,394 761 633
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,795 1,472 1,323
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 2,267 1,399 868
Illiterate Population 4,615 2,257 2,358

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

  • The total population of Balua village is around 6,882, including approximately 3,656 males and 3,226 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,394 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 2,795 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 32.94%, with male literacy at 38.27% and female literacy at 26.91%.
  • There are around 1,410 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Karimnagar Jhuni Milik Singhia Debinagar Hansaili Shahbaz Dangraha Ladukhana Jhuni Garhia

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Srinagar Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Jhunni Kala (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 6,882, with 3,656 males and 3,226 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 1,410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 32.94%. The male literacy rate is 38.27%, while the female literacy rate is 26.91%.