Balia
Balia is a village located in Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Biridi (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Gopinathapur is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
Here you can discover what makes Balia unique in its vibrant Biridi-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Balia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 398077. The village spans a total geographical area of 281 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balia
Population of Balia
According to the 2011 Census, Balia has a total population of about 1,210, with approximately 626 males and 584 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 762 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 39. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.41%, with male literacy at about 77.80% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,210 | 626 | 584 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 393 | 369 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Literate Population | 852 | 487 | 365 |
Illiterate Population | 358 | 139 | 219 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Biridi Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Gopinathapur (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 754140, 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 1,210, with 626 males and 584 females.
- How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 70.41%. The male literacy rate is 77.80%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.