Balwandi
Balwandi is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Baradgaon Dagadi is the gram panchayat of Balwandi village.
Balwandi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Balwandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwandi is 558597. The village spans a total geographical area of 721.96 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Balwandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 105km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balwandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balwandi
Population of Balwandi
Below is a concise population overview of Balwandi 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 | 799 | 421 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 520 | 312 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 109 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwandi village:
- The total population of Balwandi village is around 799, including approximately 421 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Balwandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balwandi village has 236 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balwandi village is about 65.08%, with male literacy at 74.11% and female literacy at 55.03%.
- There are around 184 households in Balwandi village.
Connectivity of Balwandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwandi. As per the 2011 stats, Balwandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balwandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwandi
- Where is Balwandi located?
- Balwandi village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balwandi is Baradgaon Dagadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwandi is 799, with 421 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwandi village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwandi is 65.08%. The male literacy rate is 74.11%, while the female literacy rate is 55.03%.