Bawalgaon - Aurad, Bidar
Bawalgaon is a village situated in the Aurad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aurad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Hokrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawalgaon is 599972. The village covers a total geographical area of 1552.64 hectares and falls under the 585448 pincode. Aurad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawalgaon
As per Census 2011, Bawalgaon village has a total population of 3,196 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,548 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 1,517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,196 | 1,648 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,361 | 703 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 997 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 651 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Bawalgaon
Bawalgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Degaon | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Khatgaon P.mu. | East | 3.51 km |
| Hokrana | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Sawargaon | South | 4.64 km |
| Ravi | North | 4.93 km |
| Hangerga | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Paratpur | North | 5.29 km |
| Wandgir | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Nandi Bijalgaon | West | 5.95 km |
| Savarmal | East | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bawalgaon
Public transport in the Bawalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurad to Bawalgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Bawalgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bawalgaon
Where is Bawalgaon located?
Bawalgaon village is located in Aurad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawalgaon is Hokrana.
What is the pincode of Bawalgaon?
The pincode of Bawalgaon is 585448.
What is the population of Bawalgaon?
Bawalgaon has a total population of 3,196, including 1,648 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Bawalgaon?
There are 571 households in Bawalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawalgaon is 52.53%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 44.06%.