Balwara - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Balwara is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balwara is 476578. The village covers a total geographical area of 1689.28 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balwara
According to the 2011 Census, Balwara village had a total population of 3,858 people, including 1,936 males and 1,922 females, living in 829 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.38%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 63.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,303, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 395.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,858 | 1,936 | 1,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,303 | 656 | 647 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 188 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 2,359 | 1,298 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 638 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Balwara
Balwara 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 Balwara
Balwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Balwara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Balwara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Balwara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balwara
Where is Balwara located?
Balwara village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwara is Balwada.
What is the pincode of Balwara?
The pincode of Balwara is 451115.
What is the population of Balwara?
Balwara had a total population of 3,858, including 1,936 males and 1,922 females.
How many households are there in Balwara?
Balwara had 829 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwara was 70.38%. Male literacy was 77.54% and female literacy was 63.23%.