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
According to the 2011 Census, Balkhadya village had a total population of 1,199 people, including 612 males and 587 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.08%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,199, including 612 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Balkhadya?
Balkhadya had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkhadya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkhadya was 70.08%. Male literacy was 85.09% and female literacy was 54.65%.