Balha

Balha is a village located in Pipra subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pipra (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Medninagar. As per 2009 stats, Pipra is the gram panchayat of Balha village.

Balha has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Balha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balha is 365399. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824119. Pipra is nearest town to Balha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 504 266 238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 44 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 294 150 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 234 146 88
Illiterate Population 270 120 150

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

  • The total population of Balha village is around 504, including approximately 266 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Balha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balha village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balha village is about 46.43%, with male literacy at 54.89% and female literacy at 36.97%.
  • There are around 106 households in Balha village.

Connectivity of Balha

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

Nearby Villages of Balha

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

Chingua Andharibag Kalan Andharibag Khurd Polda Alias Majhauli Khajuria Bishunpur Ajania Sirnia Jarka Bagsara Majuraha

Frequently Asked Questions about Balha

Where is Balha located?
Balha village is situated in Pipra Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balha is Pipra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balha?
The pincode of Balha is 824119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balha is 504, with 266 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Balha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balha village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balha is 46.43%. The male literacy rate is 54.89%, while the female literacy rate is 36.97%.