Balhegaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Balhegaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vaijapur and around 57 km from Aurangabad. Balhegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balhegaon is 549020. The village covers a total geographical area of 676 hectares and falls under the 431116 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Balhegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balhegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balhegaon village had a total population of 985 people, including 522 males and 463 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.09%, with male literacy at 92.90% and female literacy at 70.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 985 | 522 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 432 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 90 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Balhegaon
Balhegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgaon Khandala | South | 1.94 km |
| Manoli | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Jiri | North | 2.45 km |
| Sawkhed Khandala | West | 3.16 km |
| Birola | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Manegaon | East | 3.59 km |
| Rohile Bk | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Sahangaon | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Walan | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Kavit Kheda | North-West | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balhegaon
Balhegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsoda, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Balhegaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Balhegaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balhegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balhegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balhegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balhegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balhegaon
Where is Balhegaon located?
Balhegaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Balhegaon?
Balhegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balhegaon?
The pincode of Balhegaon is 431116.
What is the population of Balhegaon?
Balhegaon had a total population of 985, including 522 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Balhegaon?
Balhegaon had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balhegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balhegaon was 82.09%. Male literacy was 92.90% and female literacy was 70.02%.