Balegaon
Balegaon is a village located in Naigaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Naigaon (khairgaon) (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Balegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Balegaon 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 Balegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balegaon is 545109. The village spans a total geographical area of 540.97 hectares. Nanded is nearest town to Balegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balegaon village:
- The total population of Balegaon village is around 1,555, including approximately 800 males and 755 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Balegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balegaon village has 430 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 80 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balegaon village is about 61.16%, with male literacy at 70.38% and female literacy at 51.39%.
- There are around 400 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Naigaon Tehsil, within the Nanded 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 1,555, with 800 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balegaon village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balegaon is 61.16%. The male literacy rate is 70.38%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.