Balua

Balua is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Purwa 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 187127. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.04 hectares. Khajni 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 299 150 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 20 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 87 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 189 111 78
Illiterate Population 110 39 71

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

  • The total population of Balua village is around 299, including approximately 150 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 63.21%, with male literacy at 74.00% and female literacy at 52.35%.
  • There are around 62 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Mathiya Purwa Kataka Belsari Bujurg Belsari Khurd Bharthari Sai Bujurag Sai Khurd Hata Bujurg Hata Khurd Gopalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Purwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 299, with 150 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 63.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.00%, while the female literacy rate is 52.35%.