Balabahiar
Balabahiar is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Chiknia is the gram panchayat of Balabahiar village.
Balabahiar has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Balabahiar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balabahiar is 371660. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Dumka is nearest town to Balabahiar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Balabahiar
Below is a concise population overview of Balabahiar 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 | 830 | 421 | 409 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 390 | 378 |
Literate Population | 426 | 279 | 147 |
Illiterate Population | 404 | 142 | 262 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balabahiar village:
- The total population of Balabahiar village is around 830, including approximately 421 males and 409 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Balabahiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balabahiar village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 768 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balabahiar village is about 51.33%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 35.94%.
- There are around 172 households in Balabahiar village.
Connectivity of Balabahiar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balabahiar. As per the 2011 stats, Balabahiar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balabahiar
Knowing the nearby villages of Balabahiar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balabahiar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balabahiar
- Where is Balabahiar located?
- Balabahiar village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balabahiar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balabahiar is Chiknia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balabahiar?
- The pincode of Balabahiar is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balabahiar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balabahiar is 830, with 421 males and 409 females.
- How many households are there in Balabahiar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balabahiar village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balabahiar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balabahiar is 51.33%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 35.94%.