Baloda Village - Garoth, Mandsaur
Baloda is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Baloda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baloda is 469321. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.54 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baloda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baloda
As per Census 2011, Baloda village has a total population of 1,551 people, consisting of 789 males and 762 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baloda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 789 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 102 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 99 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 547 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 242 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Baloda
Baloda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Mordi | South | 2.30 km |
| Molakhedikhurd | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Lakhamakhedi | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Kothadi | East | 2.87 km |
| Pipalya | South | 3.70 km |
| Parasali | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Jhobra | East | 4.29 km |
| Lotwas | North | 4.44 km |
| Bhamakhedi | South-East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baloda
Baloda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| 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 Garoth to Baloda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Baloda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baloda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baloda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baloda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baloda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baloda
Where is Baloda located?
Baloda village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baloda?
Baloda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baloda?
The pincode of Baloda is 458883.
What is the population of Baloda?
Baloda has a total population of 1,551, including 789 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Baloda?
There are 310 households in Baloda.
What is the literacy rate in Baloda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baloda is 57.32%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 44.88%.