Balua
Balua is a village located in Guthani subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Guthani (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Balua village is also a gram panchayat.
Balua 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 Balua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 232256. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841435. Mairwa is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Balua
Population of Balua
Below is a concise population overview of Balua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,001 | 2,028 | 1,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 667 | 354 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 2,358 | 1,382 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,643 | 646 | 997 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balua village:
- The total population of Balua village is around 4,001, including approximately 2,028 males and 1,973 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 667 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balua village has 301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balua village is about 58.94%, with male literacy at 68.15% and female literacy at 49.47%.
- There are around 682 households in Balua village.
Connectivity of Balua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balua. As per the 2011 stats, Balua 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 Balua
Knowing the nearby villages of Balua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balua
- Where is Balua located?
- Balua village is situated in Guthani Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
- Balua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balua?
- The pincode of Balua is 841435, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 4,001, with 2,028 males and 1,973 females.
- How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 58.94%. The male literacy rate is 68.15%, while the female literacy rate is 49.47%.