Balwadi [Sonipura] - Khargone Nagar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Balwadi [Sonipura] is a village situated in the Khargone Nagar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Khargone and around 6 km from Khargone. Balwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balwadi [Sonipura] village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balwadi [Sonipura] is 477609. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.28 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Balwadi [Sonipura] village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Balwadi [Sonipura]
As per Census 2011, Balwadi [Sonipura] village has a total population of 2,530 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,232 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,650 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 884 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balwadi [Sonipura] are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,530 | 1,298 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 173 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 468 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,650 | 960 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 338 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Balwadi [Sonipura]
Balwadi [Sonipura] 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 Balwadi [Sonipura]
Public transport in the Balwadi [Sonipura] is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balwadi [Sonipura] is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balwadi [Sonipura]
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balwadi [Sonipura] village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balwadi [Sonipura]
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balwadi [Sonipura] village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balwadi [Sonipura]
Where is Balwadi [Sonipura] located?
Balwadi [Sonipura] village is located in Khargone Nagar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwadi [Sonipura]?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwadi [Sonipura] is Balwadi.
What is the pincode of Balwadi [Sonipura]?
The pincode of Balwadi [Sonipura] is 451001.
What is the population of Balwadi [Sonipura]?
Balwadi [Sonipura] has a total population of 2,530, including 1,298 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Balwadi [Sonipura]?
There are 536 households in Balwadi [Sonipura].
What is the literacy rate in Balwadi [Sonipura]?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwadi [Sonipura] is 65.22%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 56.01%.