Balsamund
Balsamund is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Balsamund village is also a gram panchayat.
Balsamund has its own place in the vibrant Barwani 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 Balsamund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsamund is 478382. The village spans a total geographical area of 750.08 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Balsamund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balsamund 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balsamund
Population of Balsamund
Below is a concise population overview of Balsamund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,069 | 1,504 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 304 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 233 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,969 | 965 | 1,004 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 725 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,771 | 779 | 992 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balsamund village:
- The total population of Balsamund village is around 3,069, including approximately 1,504 males and 1,565 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 624 children aged 0–6 years in Balsamund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balsamund village has 487 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,969 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balsamund village is about 42.29%, with male literacy at 48.20% and female literacy at 36.61%.
- There are around 554 households in Balsamund village.
Connectivity of Balsamund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsamund. As per the 2011 stats, Balsamund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balsamund
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsamund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsamund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsamund
- Where is Balsamund located?
- Balsamund village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsamund?
- Balsamund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsamund is 3,069, with 1,504 males and 1,565 females.
- How many households are there in Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsamund village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsamund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsamund is 42.29%. The male literacy rate is 48.20%, while the female literacy rate is 36.61%.