Balchondhi - Kaprada, Valsad
Balchondhi is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Balchondhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balchondhi is 523521. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.37 hectares and falls under the 396126 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balchondhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balchondhi
As per Census 2011, Balchondhi village has a total population of 2,219 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 1,141 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,553 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balchondhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,219 | 1,078 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 119 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,091 | 1,018 | 1,073 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 849 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 229 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Balchondhi
Balchondhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balchondhi
Balchondhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vapi to Balchondhi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Balchondhi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balchondhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balchondhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balchondhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balchondhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balchondhi
Where is Balchondhi located?
Balchondhi village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balchondhi?
Balchondhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balchondhi?
The pincode of Balchondhi is 396126.
What is the population of Balchondhi?
Balchondhi has a total population of 2,219, including 1,078 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Balchondhi?
There are 461 households in Balchondhi.
What is the literacy rate in Balchondhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balchondhi is 69.99%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 61.70%.