Balua

Balua is a village located in Gorakhpur tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from Gorakhpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balua village. As per 2009 stats, Pratappur is the gram panchayat of Balua village.

Balua has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur 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 Balua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 185427. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273002. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balua

Below is a concise population overview of Balua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,331 708 623
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 106 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 392 205 187
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 742 442 300
Illiterate Population 589 266 323

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

  • The total population of Balua village is around 1,331, including approximately 708 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 55.75%, with male literacy at 62.43% and female literacy at 48.15%.
  • There are around 223 households in Balua village.

Connectivity of Balua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balua. As per the 2011 stats, Balua 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balua

Knowing the nearby villages of Balua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balua.

Potahra Bantikula Bhairawa Keotalia Ahirauli Sihorwa Partappur Matiyari Meerpur Madarha Rajpur Doobi

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Gorakhpur Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Pratappur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 273002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 1,331, with 708 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 55.75%. The male literacy rate is 62.43%, while the female literacy rate is 48.15%.