Balia

Balia is a village located in Kathikund subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kathikund (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bartalla is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia 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 Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 370703. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814103. Dumka is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 355 172 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 36 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 353 172 181
Literate Population 117 68 49
Illiterate Population 238 104 134

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 355, including approximately 172 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 353 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 32.96%, with male literacy at 39.53% and female literacy at 26.78%.
  • There are around 86 households in Balia village.

Connectivity of Balia

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

Nearby Villages of Balia

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

Taldiha Manjhdiha Ukhrapahari Nijhor Gamrah Bichhiapahari Telgani Dubaidih Haripur Bartala Kalhajhor

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Kathikund Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Bartalla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 814103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 355, with 172 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 32.96%. The male literacy rate is 39.53%, while the female literacy rate is 26.78%.