Balkheda

Balkheda is a village located in Athner tehsil of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Athner (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Betul. As per 2009 stats, Belkund is the gram panchayat of Balkheda village.

Balkheda has its own place in the vibrant Betul 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 Balkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balkheda is 485437. The village spans a total geographical area of 458.99 hectares. Athner is nearest town to Balkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balkheda 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 Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balkheda

Below is a concise population overview of Balkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 276 141 135
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 10 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 256 129 127
Literate Population 206 117 89
Illiterate Population 70 24 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balkheda village:

  • The total population of Balkheda village is around 276, including approximately 141 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Balkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balkheda village has 256 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balkheda village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 65.93%.
  • There are around 61 households in Balkheda village.

Connectivity of Balkheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Balkheda 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balkheda

Knowing the nearby villages of Balkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balkheda.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkheda

Where is Balkheda located?
Balkheda village is situated in Athner Tehsil, within the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkheda is Belkund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkheda is 276, with 141 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Balkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkheda village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkheda is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 82.98%, while the female literacy rate is 65.93%.