Balguda - Kumbhraj, Guna
Balguda is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Bahukhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balguda is 499610. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.56 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Balguda 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 Balguda
As per Census 2011, Balguda village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 217 males and 181 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 217 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 165 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 52 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Balguda
Balguda 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 Balguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balguda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kumbhraj to Balguda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Balguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balguda 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 Balguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balguda 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 Balguda
Where is Balguda located?
Balguda village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Balguda is Bahukhedi.
What is the pincode of Balguda?
The pincode of Balguda is 473222.
What is the population of Balguda?
Balguda has a total population of 398, including 217 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Balguda?
There are 90 households in Balguda.
What is the literacy rate in Balguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balguda is 64.32%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 50.28%.