Balia
About Balia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balia village is 340439. Balia village is located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tapshia is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
The total geographical area of village is 210.54 hectares. Balia has a total population of 1,390 peoples, out of which male population is 696 while female population is 694. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balia village is 66.62% out of which 70.83% males and 62.39% females are literate. There are about 290 houses in balia village. Pincode of balia village locality is 721517.
When it comes to administration, Balia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balia village comes under Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Jhargram is nearest town to balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Balia
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 696 | 694 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 493 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 203 | 261 |
Connectivity of Balia
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Tapshia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 721517, 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 1,390, with 696 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 66.62%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 62.39%.