Balwandgi
Balwandgi is a village located in Jevargi taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Jevargi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Balundagi is the gram panchayat of Balwandgi village.
Here you can discover what makes Balwandgi unique in its vibrant Jevargi-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Balwandgi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balwandgi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwandgi is 620738. The village spans a total geographical area of 2095.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585310. Jevargi is nearest town to Balwandgi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balwandgi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jevargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balwandgi
Population of Balwandgi
According to the 2011 Census, Balwandgi has a total population of about 3,058, with approximately 1,574 males and 1,484 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 482 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.54%, with male literacy at about 47.59% and female literacy near 26.89%. There are around 537 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balwandgi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,058 | 1,574 | 1,484 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 252 | 230 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 178 | 155 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Literate Population | 1,148 | 749 | 399 |
Illiterate Population | 1,910 | 825 | 1,085 |
Connectivity of Balwandgi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwandgi. As per the 2011 stats, Balwandgi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balwandgi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwandgi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwandgi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwandgi
- Where is Balwandgi located?
- Balwandgi village is situated in Jevargi Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwandgi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balwandgi is Balundagi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balwandgi?
- The pincode of Balwandgi is 585310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balwandgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwandgi is 3,058, with 1,574 males and 1,484 females.
- How many households are there in Balwandgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwandgi village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwandgi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwandgi is 37.54%. The male literacy rate is 47.59%, while the female literacy rate is 26.89%.