Balinge
Balinge is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Balinge village. As per 2009 stats, Balinge village is also a gram panchayat.
Balinge has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Balinge
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balinge is 567388. The village spans a total geographical area of 422 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416010. Kolhapur is nearest town to Balinge village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balinge 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 Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balinge
Population of Balinge
Below is a concise population overview of Balinge 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 | 5,158 | 2,703 | 2,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 278 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 314 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,981 | 2,188 | 1,793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 515 | 662 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balinge village:
- The total population of Balinge village is around 5,158, including approximately 2,703 males and 2,455 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 497 children aged 0–6 years in Balinge village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balinge village has 599 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balinge village is about 77.18%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 73.03%.
- There are around 1,163 households in Balinge village.
Connectivity of Balinge
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balinge. As per the 2011 stats, Balinge 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balinge
Knowing the nearby villages of Balinge helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balinge.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balinge
- Where is Balinge located?
- Balinge village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balinge?
- Balinge serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balinge?
- The pincode of Balinge is 416010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balinge as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balinge is 5,158, with 2,703 males and 2,455 females.
- How many households are there in Balinge as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balinge village has a total of 1,163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balinge as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balinge is 77.18%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 73.03%.