Balkhad
Balkhad is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Baykheda is the gram panchayat of Balkhad village.
Balkhad has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balkhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balkhad is 477876. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.59 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Balkhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Balkhad
Population of Balkhad
Below is a concise population overview of Balkhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 735 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 157 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,320 | 671 | 649 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 214 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 521 | 551 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balkhad village:
- The total population of Balkhad village is around 1,450, including approximately 735 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Balkhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balkhad village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,320 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balkhad village is about 26.07%, with male literacy at 29.12% and female literacy at 22.94%.
- There are around 211 households in Balkhad village.
Connectivity of Balkhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balkhad. As per the 2011 stats, Balkhad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Balkhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Balkhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balkhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balkhad
- Where is Balkhad located?
- Balkhad village is situated in Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balkhad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balkhad is Baykheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkhad is 1,450, with 735 males and 715 females.
- How many households are there in Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balkhad village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balkhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkhad is 26.07%. The male literacy rate is 29.12%, while the female literacy rate is 22.94%.