Balapura - Badoda, Sheopur
Balapura is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Bajadli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapura is 451768. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Balapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapura
As per Census 2011, Balapura village has a total population of 706 people, consisting of 364 males and 342 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 364 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 235 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 129 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Balapura
Balapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marjhana | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Phoosod | West | 3.02 km |
| Alapura | East | 3.09 km |
| Bandi Kheda | South | 3.19 km |
| Dukalya Kheda | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Pahadli | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Chyawada | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Bijarpur | North | 3.71 km |
| Panwada | South | 4.44 km |
| Dungarli | North-West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balapura
Balapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badoda to Balapura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Balapura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balapura
Where is Balapura located?
Balapura village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapura is Bajadli.
What is the pincode of Balapura?
The pincode of Balapura is 476339.
What is the population of Balapura?
Balapura has a total population of 706, including 364 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Balapura?
There are 147 households in Balapura.
What is the literacy rate in Balapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapura is 49.86%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 34.21%.