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Village code 255842
Balkhora Village, Amas Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Balkhora is a village in Amas 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
Balkhora is a village in Amas Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Gaya district, Bihar. For Balkhora, the population is 991, PIN code is 824208 and Census village code is 255842. 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 Balkhora Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 255842 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 824208 |
| Population | 991 |
| Households | 150 |
| Area | 70 ha / 0.70 sq. km / 173 acres |
| Population density | 1,416 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 986 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Sherghati (22 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 824208. This helps users verify the postal area for Balkhora, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 824208 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Madanpur SO AurangabadBH, Beri BO, Beri Khiriawan BO, Ghatrain BO, Mahuawan BO, and Nagmatia BO |
| Best matching post office | Madanpur SO AurangabadBH (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 11 |
| Postal district | Aurangabad |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | AurangabadBihar Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Balkhora comes under Barki Chilmi, Amas gram panchayat and Amas C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Amas Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Amas at 5 km. The Census district headquarters, Gaya, is 60 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 | 1499 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0001, 0003 |
| C.D. Block code | 487 |
| Block panchayat code | 487 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Balkhora village and its household count.
Total population
991 residents in 150 households
Male population
499
Female population
492
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 505; 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
Not available in village
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Not available in village
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 | Available |
|---|
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 | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Not available in village |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 3 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 3 hours per day |
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 | 70 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 67 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 3 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 59 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 6 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.
| Primary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Badki Chilmi, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Middle school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Chilmi, 5-10 km away. |
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Amas, more than 10 km away. |
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Sherghati, 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. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 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 Balkhora
Sherghati (22 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Amas 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 | Sherghati (22 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Amas (5 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 255842
- India Post PIN code search 824208
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Balkhora. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Hand Pump | Available |
|---|---|
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Power Supply for Domestic Use | Available |
| Power Supply for Agriculture Use | Available |
| Power Supply for Commercial Use | Available |
| Power Supply for All Users | 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 Balkhora village located?
Balkhora is located in Amas Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Gaya.
Which Block is Balkhora in?
Balkhora is in Amas Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Balkhora in?
District: Gaya.
What is the village code of Balkhora?
The Census village code of Balkhora is 255842.
What is the PIN code of Balkhora?
The PIN code reported for Balkhora is 824208.
What is the population of Balkhora?
Balkhora has 991 residents in 150 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Balkhora part of?
Balkhora comes under Barki Chilmi, Amas gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Balkhora?
The nearest statutory town to Balkhora is Sherghati (22 km).
Which crops are grown in Balkhora?
The main crops reported for Balkhora are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Balkhora?
Land-use details for Balkhora include net area sown: 70 hectares, irrigated area: 67 hectares, and unirrigated area: 3 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Balkhora?
Government primary school status for Balkhora is not available in village.
Is public bus service available in Balkhora?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Balkhora?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Balkhora?
The total geographical area of Balkhora is 70 hectares.
How many households are in Balkhora?
Balkhora has 150 households as per Census 2011.
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