Balewadi
Balewadi is a village located in Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Atpadi (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Balewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Balewadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balewadi is 568613. The village spans a total geographical area of 1198 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415306. Vita is nearest town to Balewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balewadi
Population of Balewadi
Below is a concise population overview of Balewadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 831 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 490 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 341 | 470 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewadi village:
- The total population of Balewadi village is around 1,641, including approximately 831 males and 810 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Balewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewadi village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balewadi village is about 50.58%, with male literacy at 58.97% and female literacy at 41.98%.
- There are around 303 households in Balewadi village.
Connectivity of Balewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Balewadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balewadi
- Where is Balewadi located?
- Balewadi village is situated in Atpadi Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balewadi?
- Balewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balewadi?
- The pincode of Balewadi is 415306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewadi is 1,641, with 831 males and 810 females.
- How many households are there in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balewadi village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewadi is 50.58%. The male literacy rate is 58.97%, while the female literacy rate is 41.98%.