Village code 225238

Balsama Village, Azamnagar Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Balsama is a village in Azamnagar Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Katihar 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.

Balsama village map in Bihar
Balsama village map image for Azamnagar Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Balsama is a village in Azamnagar Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Katihar district, Bihar. For Balsama, the population is 1,401 and Census village code is 225238. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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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.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Balsama village
Village code225238
Population1,401
Households315
Area84.04 ha / 0.84 sq. km / 208 acres
Population density1,667 people per sq. km
Sex ratio962 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKatihar (46 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtKatihar
Census 2011 districtKatihar

Location and Administration

Balsama comes under Dhaania gram panchayat and Azamnagar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Azamnagar Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Azamnagar at 3 km. The Census district headquarters, Katihar, is 46 km away.

Administrative details for Balsama
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtKatihar
Census 2011 districtKatihar
State code10
District code212
Block / Census sub-district code1148
Gram panchayat code0017
C.D. Block code136
Block panchayat code136

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Balsama village and its household count.

Total population

1,401 residents in 315 households

Male population

714

Female population

687

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; 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

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.

Health facilities reported for Balsama
ASHA workerNot 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.

Connectivity and public services for Balsama
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot 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.

Water, sanitation and power details for Balsama
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot 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.

Agriculture and land-use records for Balsama
Net area sown53.82 hectares
Irrigated area25.08 hectares
Unirrigated area28.74 hectares
Canal irrigated area25.08 hectares
Non-agricultural area26.90 hectares
Other fallow land0.32 hectares
Main cropPaddy

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.

Nearest facility clues for Balsama
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Azamnagar, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Azamnagar, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Salmara, more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Balsama

Katihar (46 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Azamnagar 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.

Travel and connectivity details for Balsama
Nearest major townKatihar (46 km)
Block headquartersAzamnagar (3 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

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.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Balsama. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Balsama
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

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 Balsama village located?

Balsama is located in Azamnagar Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Katihar.

Which Block is Balsama in?

Balsama is in Azamnagar Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Balsama in?

District: Katihar.

What is the village code of Balsama?

The Census village code of Balsama is 225238.

What is the population of Balsama?

Balsama has 1,401 residents in 315 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Balsama part of?

Balsama comes under Dhaania gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Balsama?

The nearest statutory town to Balsama is Katihar (46 km).

Which crops are grown in Balsama?

The main crops reported for Balsama are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Balsama?

Land-use details for Balsama include net area sown: 53.82 hectares, irrigated area: 25.08 hectares, and unirrigated area: 28.74 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Balsama?

Government primary school status for Balsama is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Balsama?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Balsama?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Balsama?

The total geographical area of Balsama is 84.04 hectares.

How many households are in Balsama?

Balsama has 315 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Balsama?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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