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
According to the 2011 Census, Balakwada village had a total population of 3,320 people, including 1,686 males and 1,634 females, living in 780 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 68.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 3,320 | 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 had a total population of 3,320, including 1,686 males and 1,634 females.
How many households are there in Balakwada?
Balakwada had 780 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balakwada was 77.23%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 68.45%.