Balantwadi
Balantwadi is a village located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Balantwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Balantwadi has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Balantwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balantwadi is 545324. The village spans a total geographical area of 395.86 hectares. Kandhar is nearest town to Balantwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balantwadi 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balantwadi
Population of Balantwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Balantwadi 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 | 743 | 397 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 91 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 135 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 417 | 261 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 136 | 190 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balantwadi village:
- The total population of Balantwadi village is around 743, including approximately 397 males and 346 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Balantwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balantwadi village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Balantwadi village is about 56.12%, with male literacy at 65.74% and female literacy at 45.09%.
- There are around 110 households in Balantwadi village.
Connectivity of Balantwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balantwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Balantwadi 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 Balantwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balantwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balantwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balantwadi
- Where is Balantwadi located?
- Balantwadi village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balantwadi?
- Balantwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Balantwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balantwadi is 743, with 397 males and 346 females.
- How many households are there in Balantwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balantwadi village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balantwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balantwadi is 56.12%. The male literacy rate is 65.74%, while the female literacy rate is 45.09%.