Balkhad - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Balkhad is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balkhad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkhad is 477104. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.06 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Balkhad 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 Balkhad
As per Census 2011, Balkhad village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,046 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,113 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 183 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 775 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 338 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Balkhad
Balkhad 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 Balkhad
Balkhad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Balkhad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Balkhad is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkhad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balkhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkhad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balkhad
Where is Balkhad located?
Balkhad village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkhad?
Balkhad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkhad?
The pincode of Balkhad is 451335.
What is the population of Balkhad?
Balkhad has a total population of 2,159, including 1,113 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Balkhad?
There are 423 households in Balkhad.
What is the literacy rate in Balkhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkhad is 56.83%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 43.21%.