Balegaon - Umri, Nanded
Balegaon is a village situated in the Umri tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peth Umri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Balegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balegaon is 544942. The village covers a total geographical area of 756.58 hectares and falls under the 431807 pincode. Peth Umri is the nearest town, located about 10 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 1,958 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 941 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 1,017 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 165 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 652 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 365 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Balegaon
Balegaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Miyadadpur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Mahati | South | 2.37 km |
| Hatni | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Beldara | East | 3.09 km |
| Ijjatgaon | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Endala | South | 3.66 km |
| Amdapur | North | 3.94 km |
| Borjuni | East | 4.60 km |
| Bijegaon | South | 4.77 km |
| Sadakpur | West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balegaon
Balegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Umri, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peth Umri to Balegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Balegaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balegaon
Where is Balegaon located?
Balegaon village is located in Umri 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 431807.
What is the population of Balegaon?
Balegaon has a total population of 1,958, including 1,017 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Balegaon?
There are 375 households in Balegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balegaon is 55.67%. Male literacy is 64.11% and female literacy is 46.55%.