Balia - Meherma, Godda
Balia is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meherma and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Dhodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 355827. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Balia
According to the 2011 Census, Balia village had a total population of 1,144 people, including 614 males and 530 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.05%, with male literacy at 85.24% and female literacy at 67.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 614 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 106 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 433 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 181 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balia
Balia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Balia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Dhodha.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 814160.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia had a total population of 1,144, including 614 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
Balia had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia was 77.05%. Male literacy was 85.24% and female literacy was 67.91%.