Balwadi
Balwadi is a village located in Varla tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Varla (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Balwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Balwadi 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 Balwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwadi is 478668. The village spans a total geographical area of 1039.89 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Balwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balwadi 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 Balwadi
Population of Balwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Balwadi 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 | 8,268 | 4,240 | 4,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,434 | 748 | 686 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,250 | 1,137 | 1,113 |
| Literate Population | 4,407 | 2,542 | 1,865 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,861 | 1,698 | 2,163 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwadi village:
- The total population of Balwadi village is around 8,268, including approximately 4,240 males and 4,028 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,434 children aged 0–6 years in Balwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balwadi village has 205 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,250 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balwadi village is about 53.30%, with male literacy at 59.95% and female literacy at 46.30%.
- There are around 1,697 households in Balwadi village.
Connectivity of Balwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Balwadi 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwadi
- Where is Balwadi located?
- Balwadi village is situated in Varla Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwadi?
- Balwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwadi is 8,268, with 4,240 males and 4,028 females.
- How many households are there in Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwadi village has a total of 1,697 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwadi is 53.30%. The male literacy rate is 59.95%, while the female literacy rate is 46.30%.