Balamtakali - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Balamtakali is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Shevgaon and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Balam Takali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balamtakali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balamtakali is 557905. The village covers a total geographical area of 1784.73 hectares and falls under the 414504 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Balamtakali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balamtakali
As per Census 2011, Balamtakali village has a total population of 5,550 people, consisting of 2,819 males and 2,731 females. The village has 1,125 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 804 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,556 literate and 1,994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 722 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balamtakali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,550 | 2,819 | 2,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 461 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 368 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 3,556 | 2,007 | 1,549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,994 | 812 | 1,182 |
Nearby Villages of Balamtakali
Balamtakali 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 Balamtakali
Balamtakali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Balamtakali is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balamtakali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balamtakali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balamtakali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balamtakali 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 Balamtakali
Where is Balamtakali located?
Balamtakali village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balamtakali?
The Gram Panchayat of Balamtakali is Balam Takali.
What is the pincode of Balamtakali?
The pincode of Balamtakali is 414504.
What is the population of Balamtakali?
Balamtakali has a total population of 5,550, including 2,819 males and 2,731 females.
How many households are there in Balamtakali?
There are 1,125 households in Balamtakali.
What is the literacy rate in Balamtakali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balamtakali is 64.07%. Male literacy is 71.20% and female literacy is 56.72%.