Ballia - Meerganj, Bareilly
Ballia is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Balliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballia is 129644. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.3 hectares and falls under the 243402 pincode.
Ballia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballia
As per Census 2011, Ballia village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 663 males and 603 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 663 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 389 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 274 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Ballia
Ballia 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 Ballia
Ballia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ballia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bareilly to Ballia is about 15 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 Ballia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ballia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballia
Where is Ballia located?
Ballia village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballia is Balliya.
What is the pincode of Ballia?
The pincode of Ballia is 243402.
What is the population of Ballia?
Ballia has a total population of 1,266, including 663 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Ballia?
There are 195 households in Ballia.
What is the literacy rate in Ballia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballia is 50.08%. Male literacy is 58.67% and female literacy is 40.63%.