Balawat
About Balawat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balawat village is 599594. Balawat village is located in Muddebihal taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Muddebihal (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Madikeshwar is the gram panchayat of Balawat village.
The total geographical area of village is 755.41 hectares. Balawat has a total population of 1,609 peoples, out of which male population is 819 while female population is 790. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balawat village is 57.99% out of which 65.93% males and 49.75% females are literate. There are about 284 houses in balawat village. Pincode of balawat village locality is 586112.
When it comes to administration, Balawat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balawat village comes under Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency. Muddebihal is nearest town to balawat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Balawat
The population details of Balawat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,609 | 819 | 790 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 253 | 138 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 467 | 236 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 540 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 279 | 397 |
Connectivity of Balawat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balawat
Where is Balawat located?
Balawat village is situated in Muddebihal Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Balawat is Madikeshwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balawat?
The pincode of Balawat is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balawat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balawat is 1,609, with 819 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Balawat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balawat village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balawat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balawat is 57.99%. The male literacy rate is 65.93%, while the female literacy rate is 49.75%.