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]
According to the 2011 Census, Balwadi [Sonipura] village had a total population of 2,530 people, including 1,298 males and 1,232 females, living in 536 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 85.33% and female literacy at 64.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 884, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 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] had a total population of 2,530, including 1,298 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Balwadi [Sonipura]?
Balwadi [Sonipura] had 536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwadi [Sonipura]?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwadi [Sonipura] was 75.00%. Male literacy was 85.33% and female literacy was 64.19%.