Balia
About Balia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balia village is 340059. Balia village is located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Balia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lodhasuli is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
The total geographical area of village is 157.83 hectares. Balia has a total population of 531 peoples, out of which male population is 244 while female population is 287. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1176 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balia village is 66.29% out of which 77.87% males and 56.45% females are literate. There are about 122 houses in balia village. Pincode of balia village locality is 721513.
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 10km away.
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Population of Balia
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 244 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 54 | 125 |
Connectivity of Balia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Lodhasuli (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 721513, 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 531, with 244 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 66.29%. The male literacy rate is 77.87%, while the female literacy rate is 56.45%.