Balia

Balia is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balia village is also a gram panchayat.

Balia has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Balia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balia is 314378. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742237. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Balia

Below is a concise population overview of Balia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 10,299 5,318 4,981
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,677 867 810
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,796 938 858
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 8 N/A
Literate Population 5,305 2,898 2,407
Illiterate Population 4,994 2,420 2,574

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

  • The total population of Balia village is around 10,299, including approximately 5,318 males and 4,981 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,677 children aged 0–6 years in Balia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balia village has 1,796 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balia village is about 51.51%, with male literacy at 54.49% and female literacy at 48.32%.
  • There are around 2,270 households in Balia village.

Connectivity of Balia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balia. As per the 2011 stats, Balia 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balia

Knowing the nearby villages of Balia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balia.

Naopara Dangapara Bangsia Bishnupur Kaliadanga Kabilpur Charkabilpur Char Mathurapur Char Sitesnagar Jamalmati Uladanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Balia

Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
Balia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 742237, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balia is 10,299, with 5,318 males and 4,981 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 2,270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 51.51%. The male literacy rate is 54.49%, while the female literacy rate is 48.32%.