Balua

Balua is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Balua village is also a gram panchayat.

Balua has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 203294. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.09 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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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 1,173 561 612
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 102 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) 103 54 49
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 713 407 306
Illiterate Population 460 154 306

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

  • The total population of Balua village is around 1,173, including approximately 561 males and 612 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Balua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balua village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balua village is about 60.78%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 50.00%.
  • There are around 187 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
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.

Gulara Barahimpur Jamsar Bhainsa Ramgarh Baraichha Parsauri Bantari Birbhanpur Patkhauli Ghordaur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balua

Where is Balua located?
Balua village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
Balua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balua is 1,173, with 561 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 60.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.