Balsa

Balsa is a village located in Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Charaut (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Barri Behta is the gram panchayat of Balsa village.

Balsa has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Balsa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsa is 219701. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843319. Janakpur Road is nearest town to Balsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Balsa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,056 1,097 959
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 376 198 178
Scheduled Castes (SC) 208 110 98
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 666 436 230
Illiterate Population 1,390 661 729

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

  • The total population of Balsa village is around 2,056, including approximately 1,097 males and 959 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 376 children aged 0–6 years in Balsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balsa village has 208 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balsa village is about 32.39%, with male literacy at 39.74% and female literacy at 23.98%.
  • There are around 504 households in Balsa village.

Connectivity of Balsa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsa. As per the 2011 stats, Balsa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balsa

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

Parigawan Arazi Nankar Basotra Bhanta Bari Barri Bihta Az Rakbe Balsa Bahilwara Nemhua Urf Bishunpur Bhima Makresar Narayanpur Balha Madsudan

Frequently Asked Questions about Balsa

Where is Balsa located?
Balsa village is situated in Charaut Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsa is Barri Behta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balsa?
The pincode of Balsa is 843319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsa is 2,056, with 1,097 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balsa village has a total of 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsa is 32.39%. The male literacy rate is 39.74%, while the female literacy rate is 23.98%.