Balia
About Balia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balia village is 412206. Balia village is located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kama Nalinalkhapur is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
The total geographical area of village is 430 hectares. Balia has a total population of 1,445 peoples, out of which male population is 760 while female population is 685. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 901 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balia village is 58.13% out of which 70.26% males and 44.67% females are literate. There are about 323 houses in balia village. Pincode of balia village locality is 761019.
When it comes to administration, Balia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balia village comes under Khalikote Vidhan Sabha constituency & Aska Lok Sabha constituency. Purusottampur is nearest town to balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Balia
Population of Balia
The population details of Balia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,445 | 760 | 685 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 806 | 426 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 840 | 534 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 226 | 379 |
Connectivity of Balia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Kama Nalinalkhapur (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 761019, 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 1,445, with 760 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 58.13%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 44.67%.