Balgaon - Thikri, Barwani
Balgaon is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Balgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balgaon is 478218. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.51 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Balgaon 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 Balgaon
As per Census 2011, Balgaon village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 419 males and 430 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 776 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balgaon
Balgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deola | South | 1.19 km |
| Dawana | North | 2.33 km |
| Kakariya | East | 2.66 km |
| Ghatti | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Ajandi | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kuwa | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Bhatgawala | West | 3.16 km |
| Sundarla | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Kerwa | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Kalapani | South-East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balgaon
Balgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Balgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Balgaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balgaon
Where is Balgaon located?
Balgaon village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
Balgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balgaon?
The pincode of Balgaon is 451660.
What is the population of Balgaon?
Balgaon has a total population of 849, including 419 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Balgaon?
There are 204 households in Balgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balgaon is 59.25%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 45.81%.