Balgaon

Balgaon is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Bhalapuri is the gram panchayat of Balgaon village.

Balgaon has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Balgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgaon is 498176. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.2 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Balgaon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Balgaon 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balgaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 666 324 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 55 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 617 300 317
Literate Population 351 190 161
Illiterate Population 315 134 181

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

  • The total population of Balgaon village is around 666, including approximately 324 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Balgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balgaon village has 617 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balgaon village is about 52.70%, with male literacy at 58.64% and female literacy at 47.08%.
  • There are around 147 households in Balgaon village.

Connectivity of Balgaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Balgaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balgaon

Where is Balgaon located?
Balgaon village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balgaon is Bhalapuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgaon is 666, with 324 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balgaon village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgaon is 52.70%. The male literacy rate is 58.64%, while the female literacy rate is 47.08%.