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.
Here you can discover what makes Balgaon unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Balgaon’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 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.
Google Map of Balgaon
Population of Balgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balgaon has a total population of about 666, with approximately 324 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 617. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.70%, with male literacy at about 58.64% and female literacy near 47.08%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.