Balau

Balau is a village located in Maharajganj subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Balau village is also a gram panchayat.

Balau 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 Balau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balau is 231852. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.95 hectares. Maharajganj is nearest town to Balau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Balau

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,170 1,521 1,649
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 449 238 211
Scheduled Castes (SC) 491 245 246
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 73 36 37
Literate Population 2,009 1,077 932
Illiterate Population 1,161 444 717

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

  • The total population of Balau village is around 3,170, including approximately 1,521 males and 1,649 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 449 children aged 0–6 years in Balau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balau village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 73 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balau village is about 63.38%, with male literacy at 70.81% and female literacy at 56.52%.
  • There are around 673 households in Balau village.

Connectivity of Balau

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balau

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

Bishunpur Mahuari Jagdishpur Takipur Barahia Tola Lerua Sarea Rahia Higauli Pipra Kalan Bagauchha Khurd Pipra Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Balau

Where is Balau located?
Balau village is situated in Maharajganj Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balau?
Balau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balau is 3,170, with 1,521 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Balau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balau village has a total of 673 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balau is 63.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.81%, while the female literacy rate is 56.52%.