Balahu

Balahu is a village located in Darauli subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Darauli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Balahun is the gram panchayat of Balahu village.

Balahu 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 Balahu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balahu is 232321. The village spans a total geographical area of 496 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Balahu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Balahu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,015 3,595 3,420
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,286 694 592
Scheduled Castes (SC) 532 290 242
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 367 192 175
Literate Population 3,491 2,146 1,345
Illiterate Population 3,524 1,449 2,075

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

  • The total population of Balahu village is around 7,015, including approximately 3,595 males and 3,420 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,286 children aged 0–6 years in Balahu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balahu village has 532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 367 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balahu village is about 49.76%, with male literacy at 59.69% and female literacy at 39.33%.
  • There are around 1,054 households in Balahu village.

Connectivity of Balahu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balahu. As per the 2011 stats, Balahu 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balahu

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

Diara Nauabad Harnatanra Darauli Narayanpur Paterha Gopalpur Munra Hathauri Parmanandpur Kishunpali Gosopali

Frequently Asked Questions about Balahu

Where is Balahu located?
Balahu village is situated in Darauli Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Balahu is Balahun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balahu is 7,015, with 3,595 males and 3,420 females.
How many households are there in Balahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balahu village has a total of 1,054 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balahu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balahu is 49.76%. The male literacy rate is 59.69%, while the female literacy rate is 39.33%.