Balsamund - Rajpur, Barwani
Balsamund is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Balsamund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsamund is 478382. The village covers a total geographical area of 750.08 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Balsamund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balsamund
As per Census 2011, Balsamund village has a total population of 3,069 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,565 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 1,771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,969 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsamund are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balsamund
Balsamund is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panwa | North | 1.64 km |
| Matmur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Deola | North | 3.70 km |
| Naded | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Takli | East | 4.02 km |
| Gawha | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Salikalan | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Salitanda | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Sangwi(bhulgaon) | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Temla(panwa) | West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balsamund
Balsamund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Balsamund is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Balsamund is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsamund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsamund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balsamund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsamund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balsamund
Where is Balsamund located?
Balsamund village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsamund?
Balsamund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balsamund?
The pincode of Balsamund is 451449.
What is the population of Balsamund?
Balsamund has a total population of 3,069, including 1,504 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Balsamund?
There are 554 households in Balsamund.
What is the literacy rate in Balsamund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsamund is 42.29%. Male literacy is 48.20% and female literacy is 36.61%.