Bala is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bala Township, Riley County, Kansas, United States.

It was a shipping point on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad.

[4] A post office was opened in Bala in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1966.

[5] The community is served by Riley County USD 378 public school district.

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