Balawali - Chachaura, Guna
Balawali is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Umarthena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balawali is 499840. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Balawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balawali
As per Census 2011, Balawali village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 196 males and 187 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 132 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 64 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Balawali
Balawali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balawali
Balawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balawali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Balawali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Balawali is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balawali
Where is Balawali located?
Balawali village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Balawali is Umarthena.
What is the pincode of Balawali?
The pincode of Balawali is 473115.
What is the population of Balawali?
Balawali has a total population of 383, including 196 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Balawali?
There are 81 households in Balawali.
What is the literacy rate in Balawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balawali is 50.65%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 33.16%.