Ballia
Ballia is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Ballia district is 2,981 km², which includes 2,912.80 km² of rural area and 68.20 km² of urban area. There are about 1,843 villages in Ballia district.
For administrative convenience, Ballia district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 6 tehsils in Ballia district. Here is the list of all Ballia Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Ballia District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bairia | 333 | 3,86,745 |
| 2 | Ballia | 804 | 9,79,400 |
| 3 | Bansdih | 552 | 5,40,524 |
| 4 | Belthara Road | 364 | 3,92,294 |
| 5 | Rasra | 530 | 5,48,010 |
| 6 | Sikanderpur | 398 | 3,92,801 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ballia is the largest tehsil in ballia district by both area and population. Bairia is the smallest tehsil in ballia district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ballia | Ballia |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bairia | Bairia |
Population of Ballia District
The population of Ballia offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Ballia, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,39,774 | 29,35,665 | 3,04,109 |
| Total Male Population | 16,72,902 | 15,14,018 | 1,58,884 |
| Total Female Population | 15,66,872 | 14,21,647 | 1,45,225 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,71,852 | 4,31,944 | 39,908 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,48,293 | 2,27,209 | 21,084 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,23,559 | 2,04,735 | 18,824 |
| Literate Population | 19,63,590 | 17,58,635 | 2,04,955 |
| Literate Male Population | 11,60,960 | 10,45,031 | 1,15,929 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,02,630 | 7,13,604 | 89,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,76,184 | 11,77,030 | 99,154 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,11,942 | 4,68,987 | 42,955 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,64,242 | 7,08,043 | 56,199 |
| Households | 4,80,268 | 4,35,184 | 45,084 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ballia district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ballia district is 32,39,774, including 16,72,902 males and 15,66,872 females. In rural areas, it is 29,35,665, including 15,14,018 males and 14,21,647 females. In urban areas, it is 3,04,109, including 1,58,884 males and 1,45,225 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ballia district is 4,71,852, including 2,48,293 boys and 2,23,559 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,31,944, including 2,27,209 boys and 2,04,735 girls. In urban areas, it is 39,908, including 21,084 boys and 18,824 girls.
- Literate population in Ballia district is around 19,63,590, including 11,60,960 males and 8,02,630 females. In rural areas, it is 17,58,635, including 10,45,031 males and 7,13,604 females. In urban areas, it is 2,04,955, including 1,15,929 males and 89,026 females.
- Illiterate population in Ballia district is about 12,76,184, including 5,11,942 males and 7,64,242 females. In rural areas, it is 11,77,030, including 4,68,987 males and 7,08,043 females. In urban areas, it is 99,154, including 42,955 males and 56,199 females.
- There are about 4,80,268 households in Ballia district, including 4,35,184 in rural areas and 45,084 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ballia. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,94,698 | 4,66,723 | 27,975 |
| SC Male Population | 2,57,624 | 2,42,906 | 14,718 |
| SC Female Population | 2,37,074 | 2,23,817 | 13,257 |
| Total ST Population | 1,10,114 | 99,178 | 10,936 |
| ST Male Population | 56,817 | 51,047 | 5,770 |
| ST Female Population | 53,297 | 48,131 | 5,166 |
| Population Density | 1,087 / km² | 1,008 / km² | 4,459 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ballia district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ballia district is approximately 4,94,698, including 2,57,624 males and 2,37,074 females. In rural areas, it is 4,66,723, including 2,42,906 males and 2,23,817 females. In urban areas, it is 27,975, including 14,718 males and 13,257 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ballia district is about 1,10,114, including 56,817 males and 53,297 females. In rural areas, it is 99,178, including 51,047 males and 48,131 females. In urban areas, it is 10,936, including 5,770 males and 5,166 females.
- Overall population density of Ballia district is around 1,087 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,008 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,459 people per km².