Balegaon
Balegaon is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Balegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Balegaon has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 546315. The village spans a total geographical area of 1065 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Balegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli 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 | 2,024 | 1,079 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 317 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 791 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 288 | 435 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balegaon village:
- The total population of Balegaon village is around 2,024, including approximately 1,079 males and 945 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Balegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balegaon village has 584 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balegaon village is about 64.28%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 53.97%.
- There are around 427 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balegaon?
- Balegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balegaon is 2,024, with 1,079 males and 945 females.
- How many households are there in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balegaon village has a total of 427 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balegaon is 64.28%. The male literacy rate is 73.31%, while the female literacy rate is 53.97%.