Balegaon
Balegaon is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Badegaon is the gram panchayat of Balegaon village.
Balegaon has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Balegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balegaon is 529814. The village spans a total geographical area of 933.73 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Balegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balegaon 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 Akot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balegaon
Population of Balegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Balegaon 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 | 1,353 | 700 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 239 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 550 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 150 | 191 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balegaon village:
- The total population of Balegaon village is around 1,353, including approximately 700 males and 653 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Balegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balegaon village has 473 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 124 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balegaon village is about 74.80%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 70.75%.
- There are around 321 households in Balegaon village.
Connectivity of Balegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Balegaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Balegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balegaon
- Where is Balegaon located?
- Balegaon village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balegaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balegaon is Badegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balegaon is 1,353, with 700 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balegaon village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balegaon is 74.80%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 70.75%.