Balia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Balia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 340439. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.54 hectares and falls under the 721513 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia
As per Census 2011, Balia village has a total population of 1,390 people, consisting of 696 males and 694 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 696 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 206 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 493 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 203 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Balia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Balia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 721513.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia has a total population of 1,390, including 696 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
There are 290 households in Balia.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia is 66.62%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 62.39%.