Balkhad - Sendhwa, Barwani
Balkhad is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Balkhad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkhad is 478643. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.32 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Balkhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balkhad
According to the 2011 Census, Balkhad village had a total population of 2,418 people, including 1,211 males and 1,207 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.19%, with male literacy at 39.47% and female literacy at 27.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,284.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balkhad
Balkhad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balkhad
Balkhad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Balkhad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Balkhad is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkhad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balkhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkhad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balkhad
Where is Balkhad located?
Balkhad village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkhad?
Balkhad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkhad?
The pincode of Balkhad is 451666.
What is the population of Balkhad?
Balkhad had a total population of 2,418, including 1,211 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Balkhad?
Balkhad had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkhad was 33.19%. Male literacy was 39.47% and female literacy was 27.13%.