Balia
Balia is a village located in Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ranapur (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Nayagarh . As per 2009 stats, Khairapalli is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
Balia has its own place in the vibrant Nayagarh 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 406824. The village spans a total geographical area of 156 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752026. Nayagarh is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 412 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 330 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 82 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balia village:
- The total population of Balia village is around 792, including approximately 412 males and 380 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balia village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balia village is about 74.49%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 68.42%.
- There are around 194 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Ranapur Tehsil, within the Nayagarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Khairapalli (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 752026, 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 792, with 412 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 74.49%. The male literacy rate is 80.10%, while the female literacy rate is 68.42%.