Balsur
Balsur is a village located in Umarga tehsil of Osmanabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Umarga (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Osmanabad. As per 2009 stats, Balsoor is the gram panchayat of Balsur village.
Here you can discover what makes Balsur unique in its vibrant Umarga-Osmanabad region. You’ll see Balsur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balsur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balsur is 561726. The village spans a total geographical area of 2536 hectares. Umarga is nearest town to Balsur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Balsur
Population of Balsur
According to the 2011 Census, Balsur has a total population of about 6,271, with approximately 3,219 males and 3,052 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 831 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 810 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 66. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.32%, with male literacy at about 72.54% and female literacy near 59.76%. There are around 1,297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balsur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,271 | 3,219 | 3,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 452 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 414 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4,159 | 2,335 | 1,824 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 884 | 1,228 |
Connectivity of Balsur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balsur. As per the 2011 stats, Balsur 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 Balsur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balsur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balsur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balsur
- Where is Balsur located?
- Balsur village is situated in Umarga Tehsil, within the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balsur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balsur is Balsoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balsur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balsur is 6,271, with 3,219 males and 3,052 females.
- How many households are there in Balsur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balsur village has a total of 1,297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balsur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balsur is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 59.76%.