Balwasa

Balwasa is a village located in Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Thandla (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Balwasa village is also a gram panchayat.

Balwasa has its own place in the vibrant Jhabua 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 Balwasa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwasa is 504100. The village spans a total geographical area of 849.46 hectares. Thandla is nearest town to Balwasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Balwasa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,549 2,299 2,250
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 984 522 462
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 5 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4,534 2,289 2,245
Literate Population 1,122 671 451
Illiterate Population 3,427 1,628 1,799

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

  • The total population of Balwasa village is around 4,549, including approximately 2,299 males and 2,250 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 984 children aged 0–6 years in Balwasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwasa village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4,534 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwasa village is about 24.66%, with male literacy at 29.19% and female literacy at 20.04%.
  • There are around 932 households in Balwasa village.

Connectivity of Balwasa

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

Nearby Villages of Balwasa

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

Chhayan Battha Chhapri Mahudifaliya Udeganj Gopalpura Thandagoli Hamirphalya Harinagar Thetham Jhosali

Frequently Asked Questions about Balwasa

Where is Balwasa located?
Balwasa village is situated in Thandla Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwasa?
Balwasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Balwasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwasa is 4,549, with 2,299 males and 2,250 females.
How many households are there in Balwasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwasa village has a total of 932 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwasa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwasa is 24.66%. The male literacy rate is 29.19%, while the female literacy rate is 20.04%.