Balkhad
Balkhad is a village located in Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Sendhwa (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Balkhad village is also a gram panchayat.
Balkhad 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 Balkhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balkhad is 478643. The village spans a total geographical area of 839.32 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Balkhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balkhad 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 Sendhawa 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 Balkhad
Population of Balkhad
Below is a concise population overview of Balkhad 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 | 2,418 | 1,211 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 271 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,284 | 1,143 | 1,141 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 371 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 840 | 943 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balkhad village:
- The total population of Balkhad village is around 2,418, including approximately 1,211 males and 1,207 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 505 children aged 0–6 years in Balkhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balkhad village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balkhad village is about 26.26%, with male literacy at 30.64% and female literacy at 21.87%.
- There are around 319 households in Balkhad village.
Connectivity of Balkhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balkhad. As per the 2011 stats, Balkhad 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 Balkhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Balkhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balkhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balkhad
- Where is Balkhad located?
- Balkhad village is situated in Sendhwa Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balkhad?
- Balkhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkhad is 2,418, with 1,211 males and 1,207 females.
- How many households are there in Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balkhad village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkhad is 26.26%. The male literacy rate is 30.64%, while the female literacy rate is 21.87%.