Balivali - Wada, Palghar
Balivali is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Balivali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balivali is 552145. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Balivali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balivali
According to the 2011 Census, Balivali village had a total population of 410 people, including 197 males and 213 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.73%, with male literacy at 80.66% and female literacy at 67.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 410 | 197 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 100 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 51 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Balivali
Balivali 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 Balivali
Balivali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Balivali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Balivali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balivali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balivali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balivali
Where is Balivali located?
Balivali village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Balivali?
Balivali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balivali?
The pincode of Balivali is 421303.
What is the population of Balivali?
Balivali had a total population of 410, including 197 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Balivali?
Balivali had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balivali was 73.73%. Male literacy was 80.66% and female literacy was 67.19%.