Balia

Balia is a village located in Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kujang (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Balia village is also a gram panchayat.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 397239. The village spans a total geographical area of 211 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754141. Paradip is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 1,681 828 853
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 82 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 233 103 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,251 674 577
Illiterate Population 430 154 276

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 1,681, including approximately 828 males and 853 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 74.42%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 67.64%.
  • There are around 361 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Mahakaldia Baulanga Badabandha Sahada Patapur Parianga Bagoi Arakhia Karatutha Tentulia Ranipada

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Kujang Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
Balia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 754141, 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 1,681, with 828 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 74.42%. The male literacy rate is 81.40%, while the female literacy rate is 67.64%.