Balia

Balia is a village located in Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Nandapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Kumaragandhana is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 429759. The village spans a total geographical area of 372 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764037. Jeypur is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km 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 191 93 98
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 11 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 35 33
Literate Population 85 61 24
Illiterate Population 106 32 74

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 191, including approximately 93 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 44.50%, with male literacy at 65.59% and female literacy at 24.49%.
  • There are around 54 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 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.

Maliput Lenjisuku Hatasuku Hariamunda Hingeiput Paliba Bairagiput Gondhonahandalput Kumargandhana Malakhurubi Parajakhudubi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Nandapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Kumaragandhana (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 764037, 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 191, with 93 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 44.50%. The male literacy rate is 65.59%, while the female literacy rate is 24.49%.