Balawad

Balawad is a village located in Athni taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Athani (tehsildar office) and 168km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Shirahatti is the gram panchayat of Balawad village.

Balawad has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balawad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balawad is 597351. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591217. Athani is nearest town to Balawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Balawad

Below is a concise population overview of Balawad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,358 701 657
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 90 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) 267 142 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 798 489 309
Illiterate Population 560 212 348

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balawad village:

  • The total population of Balawad village is around 1,358, including approximately 701 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Balawad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balawad village has 267 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Balawad village is about 58.76%, with male literacy at 69.76% and female literacy at 47.03%.
  • There are around 253 households in Balawad village.

Connectivity of Balawad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balawad. As per the 2011 stats, Balawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balawad

Knowing the nearby villages of Balawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balawad.

Buralatti Katageri Kodaganoor Nandagaon Ghatanatti Shirahatti Junjarwad Suttatti Soundatti Diggewadi Jalalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Balawad

Where is Balawad located?
Balawad village is situated in Athni Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Balawad is Shirahatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balawad?
The pincode of Balawad is 591217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balawad is 1,358, with 701 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Balawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balawad village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balawad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balawad is 58.76%. The male literacy rate is 69.76%, while the female literacy rate is 47.03%.