Balwadi
Balwadi is a village located in Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Raver (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Balwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Balwadi has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon 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 Balwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwadi is 526953. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425507. Raver is nearest town to Balwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balwadi 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 Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raver Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balwadi
Population of Balwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Balwadi 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 | 2,457 | 1,284 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 226 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 276 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 1,550 | 894 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 390 | 517 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwadi village:
- The total population of Balwadi village is around 2,457, including approximately 1,284 males and 1,173 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Balwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balwadi village has 433 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 522 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balwadi village is about 63.09%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 55.92%.
- There are around 657 households in Balwadi village.
Connectivity of Balwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Balwadi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwadi
- Where is Balwadi located?
- Balwadi village is situated in Raver Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwadi?
- Balwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balwadi?
- The pincode of Balwadi is 425507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwadi is 2,457, with 1,284 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwadi village has a total of 657 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwadi is 63.09%. The male literacy rate is 69.63%, while the female literacy rate is 55.92%.