Balia

Balia is a village located in Nasriganj subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Nasriganj. Nasriganj is the sub-district headquarter of Balia village. As per 2009 stats, Itimha is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

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 251428. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares. Dehri is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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 2,472 1,247 1,225
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 401 218 183
Scheduled Castes (SC) 229 113 116
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,535 889 646
Illiterate Population 937 358 579

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 2,472, including approximately 1,247 males and 1,225 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 401 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 229 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 62.10%, with male literacy at 71.29% and female literacy at 52.73%.
  • There are around 392 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 village
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.

Dhanawan English Kath Khaulia Chargoria Itamha Dhanawan Khalsa Bardiha Mednipur Agini Paiga Bagea Khiriawan

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Nasriganj Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Itimha (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 2,472, with 1,247 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 62.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.73%.