Balua
Balua is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Enam is the gram panchayat of Balua village.
Here you can discover what makes Balua unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Balua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balua is 213104. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.95 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Balua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Balua
Population of Balua
According to the 2011 Census, Balua has a total population of about 180, with approximately 97 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 855 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.44%, with male literacy at about 61.86% and female literacy near 45.78%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 98 | 60 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
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 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balua
- Where is Balua located?
- Balua village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Enam (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 180, with 97 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balua village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balua is 54.44%. The male literacy rate is 61.86%, while the female literacy rate is 45.78%.