Balodi West - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Balodi West is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Balodi West. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balodi West village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balodi West is 501162. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.08 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balodi West village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balodi West
According to the 2011 Census, Balodi West village had a total population of 906 people, including 470 males and 436 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 80.48% and female literacy at 57.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
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 | 906 | 470 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 301 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 301 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 169 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Balodi West
Balodi West 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 Balodi West
Balodi West is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Beohari to Balodi West is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Balodi West is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balodi West
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balodi West village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balodi West
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balodi West village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balodi West
Where is Balodi West located?
Balodi West village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balodi West?
The Gram Panchayat of Balodi West is Balodi West..
What is the pincode of Balodi West?
The pincode of Balodi West is 484771.
What is the population of Balodi West?
Balodi West had a total population of 906, including 470 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Balodi West?
Balodi West had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balodi West?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balodi West was 69.44%. Male literacy was 80.48% and female literacy was 57.51%.