Balia
About Balia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balia village is 331150. Balia village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.9km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 33.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Mankiary is the gram panchayat of Balia village.
The total geographical area of village is 287.33 hectares. Balia has a total population of 2,526 peoples, out of which male population is 1,250 while female population is 1,276. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balia village is 46.12% out of which 60.00% males and 32.52% females are literate. There are about 485 houses in balia village. Pincode of balia village locality is 723201.
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 Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Bokaro is nearest town to balia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Balia
The population details of Balia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,526 | 1,250 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 443 | 242 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 750 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 500 | 861 |
Connectivity of Balia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Mankiary (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 723201, 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 2,526, with 1,250 males and 1,276 females.
How many households are there in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balia village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balia is 46.12%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 32.52%.