Balia

Balia is a village located in Chandanpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chandanpur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Chalisibatia is the gram panchayat of Balia village.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 409755. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752012. Puri is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

As per 2019 stats, Balia village comes under Puri assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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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 1,497 768 729
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 87 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 218 111 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,061 592 469
Illiterate Population 436 176 260

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 1,497, including approximately 768 males and 729 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 70.88%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 64.33%.
  • There are around 295 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

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 Chandanpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Chalisibatia (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 752012, 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 1,497, with 768 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 70.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 64.33%.