Balsa Bk. - Purna, Parbhani
Balsa Bk. is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Balasa Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balsa Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsa Bk. is 547235. The village covers a total geographical area of 812.24 hectares and falls under the 431402 pincode. Parbhani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Balsa Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balsa Bk.
As per Census 2011, Balsa Bk. village has a total population of 1,768 people, consisting of 919 males and 849 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,089 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsa Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 919 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 667 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 252 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Balsa Bk.
Balsa Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirkhel | West | 1.73 km |
| Mahatpuri | South | 2.97 km |
| Ganpur | East | 3.06 km |
| Varpud | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Tattu Jawala | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Pimpari Deshmukh | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Khambegaon | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Karjanapur | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Babhali | North | 4.93 km |
| Sirkalas | South-East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balsa Bk.
Balsa Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mirkhal, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| 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 Parbhani to Balsa Bk. is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Balsa Bk. is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsa Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsa Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balsa Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsa Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balsa Bk.
Where is Balsa Bk. located?
Balsa Bk. village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsa Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Balsa Bk. is Balasa Budruk.
What is the pincode of Balsa Bk.?
The pincode of Balsa Bk. is 431402.
What is the population of Balsa Bk.?
Balsa Bk. has a total population of 1,768, including 919 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Balsa Bk.?
There are 334 households in Balsa Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Balsa Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsa Bk. is 61.60%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 49.71%.