Balwada

Balwada is a village located in Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dharampuri (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Balwada village is also a gram panchayat.

Balwada has its own place in the vibrant Dhar 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 Balwada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwada is 475898. The village spans a total geographical area of 779.81 hectares. Dhamnod is nearest town to Balwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Balwada

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,165 592 573
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 186 91 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 184 89 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 19 19
Literate Population 630 380 250
Illiterate Population 535 212 323

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

  • The total population of Balwada village is around 1,165, including approximately 592 males and 573 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Balwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwada village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwada village is about 54.08%, with male literacy at 64.19% and female literacy at 43.63%.
  • There are around 220 households in Balwada village.

Connectivity of Balwada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwada. As per the 2011 stats, Balwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balwada

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balwada

Where is Balwada located?
Balwada village is situated in Dharampuri Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwada?
Balwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwada is 1,165, with 592 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Balwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwada village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwada is 54.08%. The male literacy rate is 64.19%, while the female literacy rate is 43.63%.