Balya - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Balya is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Mankari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balya is 458188. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.57 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Balya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balya
According to the 2011 Census, Balya village had a total population of 344 people, including 197 males and 147 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.48%, with male literacy at 47.56% and female literacy at 18.26%.
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 | 344 | 197 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 78 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 119 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Balya
Balya 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 Balya
Balya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bada Malhera to Balya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Balya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balya
Where is Balya located?
Balya village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balya?
The Gram Panchayat of Balya is Mankari.
What is the pincode of Balya?
The pincode of Balya is 471311.
What is the population of Balya?
Balya had a total population of 344, including 197 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Balya?
Balya had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balya was 35.48%. Male literacy was 47.56% and female literacy was 18.26%.