Balia

Balia is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Naiguan is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 399681. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754202. Cuttack is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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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 630 295 335
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 25 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 184 78 106
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 468 247 221
Illiterate Population 162 48 114

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 630, including approximately 295 males and 335 females, with a sex ratio of 1135 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 74.29%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 65.97%.
  • There are around 149 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 5 - 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 Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Naiguan (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 754202, 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 630, with 295 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 74.29%. The male literacy rate is 83.73%, while the female literacy rate is 65.97%.