Balaha

Balaha is a village located in Amnour subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Amnour (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Dharahara Khurd is the gram panchayat of Balaha village.

Balaha has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 233919. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Balaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 1,224 632 592
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 90 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 1 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 803 470 333
Illiterate Population 421 162 259

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

  • The total population of Balaha village is around 1,224, including approximately 632 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Balaha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaha village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balaha village is about 65.60%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 56.25%.
  • There are around 222 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
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.

Arazi Dharampur Jhakhra Sirsia Mani Ganaura Sirsia Khap Shekhpura Bande Firozpur Kaithaulia Bhatehri

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaha

Where is Balaha located?
Balaha village is situated in Amnour Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaha is Dharahara Khurd (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 1,224, with 632 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaha village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaha is 65.60%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.