Balua - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Balua is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Enam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua is 213104. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.95 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Balua
According to the 2011 Census, Balua village had a total population of 180 people, including 97 males and 83 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.01%, with male literacy at 84.51% and female literacy at 56.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 60 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Balua
Balua 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 Balua
Balua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balua.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Balua is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balua
Where is Balua located?
Balua village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balua?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua is Enam.
What is the pincode of Balua?
The pincode of Balua is 231210.
What is the population of Balua?
Balua had a total population of 180, including 97 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Balua?
Balua had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua was 71.01%. Male literacy was 84.51% and female literacy was 56.72%.