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Village code 255515
Balia Village, Guraru Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Balia is a village in Guraru Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Gaya district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Balia is a village in Guraru Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Gaya district, Bihar. For Balia, the population is 1,271, PIN code is 824118 and Census village code is 255515. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Balia Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 255515 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 824118 |
| Population | 1,271 |
| Households | 191 |
| Area | 163 ha / 1.63 sq. km / 403 acres |
| Population density | 780 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 949 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Gaya (39 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Gaya |
| Census 2011 district | Gaya |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 824118. This helps users verify the postal area for Balia, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 824118 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Guraru Mills SO, Budhoul BO, Burman BO, Daboor BO, Deokali BO, and Dighi BO |
| Best matching post office | Guraru Mills SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Gaya |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | Gaya Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Balia comes under Ghatera gram panchayat and Guraru C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Guraru Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Guraru at 17 km. The Census district headquarters, Gaya, is 39 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Gaya |
| Census 2011 district | Gaya |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 236 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1497 |
| Gram panchayat code | 8167 |
| C.D. Block code | 485 |
| Block panchayat code | 485 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Balia village and its household count.
Total population
1,271 residents in 191 households
Male population
652
Female population
619
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 338; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Not available in village |
|---|
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Not available in village |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Not available in village |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 161 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 121 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 40 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 78 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 41 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 2 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Mathurapur, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Devkali, more than 10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Balia
Gaya (39 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Guraru is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Gaya (39 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Guraru (17 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Bihar government website Official state/UT portal
- Gaya district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 255515
- India Post PIN code search 824118
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Balia. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Carts Drivens by Animals | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Balia village located?
Balia is located in Guraru Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Gaya.
Which Block is Balia in?
Balia is in Guraru Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Balia in?
District: Gaya.
What is the village code of Balia?
The Census village code of Balia is 255515.
What is the PIN code of Balia?
The PIN code reported for Balia is 824118.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia has 1,271 residents in 191 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Balia part of?
Balia comes under Ghatera gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Balia?
The nearest statutory town to Balia is Gaya (39 km).
Which crops are grown in Balia?
The main crops reported for Balia are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Balia?
Land-use details for Balia include net area sown: 161 hectares, irrigated area: 121 hectares, and unirrigated area: 40 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Balia?
Government primary school status for Balia is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Balia?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Balia?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Balia?
The total geographical area of Balia is 163 hectares.
How many households are in Balia?
Balia has 191 households as per Census 2011.
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