Balia

Balia is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Chandanagar is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Here you can discover what makes Balia unique in its vibrant Pattamundai-Kendrapara 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 396298. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754217. Pattamundai is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balia

According to the 2011 Census, Balia has a total population of about 534, with approximately 244 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 1188 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.10%, with male literacy at about 77.46% and female literacy near 62.07%. There are around 114 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 534 244 290
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 33 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 182 83 99
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 369 189 180
Illiterate Population 165 55 110

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ 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 Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Chandanagar (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 754217, 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 534, with 244 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 77.46%, while the female literacy rate is 62.07%.