Balaha

Balaha is a village located in Bhagwanpur Hat subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bhagwanpur Hat (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Balahan Arazi is the gram panchayat of Balaha village.

Balaha has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 231753. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Balaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

Google Map of Balaha

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

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 1,849 917 932
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 337 187 150
Scheduled Castes (SC) 503 256 247
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 1,059 578 481
Illiterate Population 790 339 451

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

  • The total population of Balaha village is around 1,849, including approximately 917 males and 932 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Balaha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balaha village has 503 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balaha village is about 57.27%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 51.61%.
  • There are around 301 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 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.

Salempur Rampur Rampur Lauwa Sahsa Arazi Balaha Mairi Sudama Mairi Dalip Morakhas Banpura Sarahri Morakhap

Frequently Asked Questions about Balaha

Where is Balaha located?
Balaha village is situated in Bhagwanpur Hat Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balaha is Balahan Arazi (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 1,849, with 917 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balaha village has a total of 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balaha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaha is 57.27%. The male literacy rate is 63.03%, while the female literacy rate is 51.61%.