Balakwada - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Balakwada is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balakwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balakwada is 477194. The village covers a total geographical area of 911.8 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balakwada 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 Balakwada
As per Census 2011, Balakwada village has a total population of 3,320 people, consisting of 1,686 males and 1,634 females. The village has 780 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,222 literate and 1,098 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balakwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,320 | 1,686 | 1,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 213 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 140 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 106 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,261 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 425 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Balakwada
Balakwada 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 Balakwada
Balakwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kasrawad to Balakwada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Balakwada 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 Balakwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balakwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balakwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balakwada 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 Balakwada
Where is Balakwada located?
Balakwada village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakwada?
Balakwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balakwada?
The pincode of Balakwada is 451001.
What is the population of Balakwada?
Balakwada has a total population of 3,320, including 1,686 males and 1,634 females.
How many households are there in Balakwada?
There are 780 households in Balakwada.
What is the literacy rate in Balakwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balakwada is 66.93%. Male literacy is 74.79% and female literacy is 58.81%.