Balkhadya - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Balkhadya is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balkhadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balkhadya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkhadya is 477416. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.24 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town.
Balkhadya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balkhadya
As per Census 2011, Balkhadya village has a total population of 1,199 people, consisting of 612 males and 587 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkhadya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 612 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 451 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 161 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Balkhadya
Balkhadya 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 Balkhadya
Balkhadya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khargone to Balkhadya is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkhadya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkhadya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balkhadya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkhadya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balkhadya
Where is Balkhadya located?
Balkhadya village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkhadya?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkhadya is Balkhadiya.
What is the pincode of Balkhadya?
The pincode of Balkhadya is 451331.
What is the population of Balkhadya?
Balkhadya has a total population of 1,199, including 612 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Balkhadya?
There are 237 households in Balkhadya.
What is the literacy rate in Balkhadya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkhadya is 61.13%. Male literacy is 73.69% and female literacy is 48.04%.