Balgaon
Balgaon is a village located in Thikri tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Thikri (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Balgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balgaon unique in its vibrant Thikri-Barwani 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 478218. The village spans a total geographical area of 465.51 hectares. Anjad is nearest town to Balgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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 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 Balgaon
Population of Balgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balgaon has a total population of about 849, with approximately 419 males and 430 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 776. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.25%, with male literacy at about 73.03% and female literacy near 45.81%. There are around 204 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 419 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 389 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 306 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 113 | 233 |
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) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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 Thikri Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
- Balgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgaon is 849, with 419 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balgaon village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgaon is 59.25%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 45.81%.