Balia

Balia is a village located in Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dinara (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Balia village is also a gram panchayat.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 250981. The village spans a total geographical area of 269 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km 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 2,253 1,162 1,091
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 440 230 210
Scheduled Castes (SC) 508 263 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,326 767 559
Illiterate Population 927 395 532

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 2,253, including approximately 1,162 males and 1,091 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 440 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 508 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 58.85%, with male literacy at 66.01% and female literacy at 51.24%.
  • There are around 331 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Erazibhuawal Dhanpura Bhuawal Majha Khora Kori Biraua Khurd Biraua Kalan Kishunpura Arila Raghunathpur Sahuari Bhaluahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Dinara Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
Balia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 2,253, with 1,162 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 58.85%. The male literacy rate is 66.01%, while the female literacy rate is 51.24%.