Balapur - Vikramgad, Palghar
Balapur is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vikramgad and around 90 km from Thane. Kegawa serves as the Village Panchayat for Balapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapur is 551768. The village covers a total geographical area of 978 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balapur village had a total population of 2,617 people, including 1,315 males and 1,302 females, living in 507 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.48%, with male literacy at 67.59% and female literacy at 43.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,599.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,315 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 229 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,599 | 1,305 | 1,294 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 734 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 581 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Balapur
Balapur 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 Balapur
Balapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jawhar to Balapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Balapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapur 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 Balapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balapur
Where is Balapur located?
Balapur village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Balapur?
The Village Panchayat of Balapur is Kegawa.
What is the pincode of Balapur?
The pincode of Balapur is 401605.
What is the population of Balapur?
Balapur had a total population of 2,617, including 1,315 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Balapur?
Balapur had 507 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapur was 55.48%. Male literacy was 67.59% and female literacy was 43.47%.