Balegaon - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Balegaon is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Balegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balegaon is 545109. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.97 hectares and falls under the 431709 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balegaon
As per Census 2011, Balegaon village has a total population of 1,555 people, consisting of 800 males and 755 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 800 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 224 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 563 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 237 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Balegaon
Balegaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balegaon
Public transport in the Balegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nanded to Balegaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balegaon
Where is Balegaon located?
Balegaon village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balegaon?
Balegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balegaon?
The pincode of Balegaon is 431709.
What is the population of Balegaon?
Balegaon has a total population of 1,555, including 800 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Balegaon?
There are 400 households in Balegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balegaon is 61.16%. Male literacy is 70.38% and female literacy is 51.39%.