Balaha

Balaha is a village located in Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shivaji Nagar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Kariyan is the gram panchayat of Balaha village.

Balaha has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur 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 Balaha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaha is 236425. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares. Rosera is nearest town to Balaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Balaha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,003 520 483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 101 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 56 49
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 585 332 253
Illiterate Population 418 188 230

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

  • The total population of Balaha village is around 1,003, including approximately 520 males and 483 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Balaha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaha village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balaha village is about 58.33%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 52.38%.
  • There are around 191 households in Balaha village.

Connectivity of Balaha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaha. As per the 2011 stats, Balaha 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balaha

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

Shankarpur Pokharbhinda Karian Dewanpur Baghopur Baraitha Gonwara Kothia Simrawan Kankar Chak Jari

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaha

Where is Balaha located?
Balaha village is situated in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaha is Kariyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaha is 1,003, with 520 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaha village has a total of 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaha is 58.33%. The male literacy rate is 63.85%, while the female literacy rate is 52.38%.