Balia

Balia is a village located in Keredari subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Keredari (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Pandu is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 368722. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825321. Keredari is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Balia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 81 40 41
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 5 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 20 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 38 23 15
Illiterate Population 43 17 26

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 81, including approximately 40 males and 41 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 46.91%, with male literacy at 57.50% and female literacy at 36.59%.
  • There are around 17 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Keredari Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Pandu (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 825321, 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 81, with 40 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 46.91%. The male literacy rate is 57.50%, while the female literacy rate is 36.59%.