Balia

Balia is a village located in Meherma subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Meherma (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Dhodha is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 355827. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814165. Meherma 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 1,144 614 530
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 106 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 18 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 742 433 309
Illiterate Population 402 181 221

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 1,144, including approximately 614 males and 530 females, with a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 64.86%, with male literacy at 70.52% and female literacy at 58.30%.
  • There are around 222 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Kamal Chak Meghnath Kalidaha Leoabhujani Gobardhanpur Pharkia Dhurbidih Lohachinta Madhupur Dighi Paharpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Meherma Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Dhodha (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 814165, 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 1,144, with 614 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 70.52%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.