Balua - Rasra, Ballia
Balua is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kukurahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua is 198474. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.46 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode.
Balua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balua
According to the 2011 Census, Balua village had a total population of 434 people, including 227 males and 207 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.77%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 54.24%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 171 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 56 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Balua
Balua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balua
Public transport in the Balua is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Balua is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balua
Where is Balua located?
Balua village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Kukurahan.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 277121.
What is the population of Balua?
Balua had a total population of 434, including 227 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Balua?
Balua had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua was 71.77%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 54.24%.