Balgaon
Balgaon is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Balgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balgaon unique in its vibrant Jat-Sangli region. You’ll see Balgaon’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 Balgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgaon is 568891. The village spans a total geographical area of 1799.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416413. Bijapur (karnataka) is nearest town to Balgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balgaon 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 Jat 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 Balgaon
Population of Balgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Balgaon has a total population of about 3,084, with approximately 1,546 males and 1,538 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 420 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 567 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.38%, with male literacy at about 60.61% and female literacy near 48.11%. There are around 615 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,084 | 1,546 | 1,538 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 211 | 209 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 266 | 301 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Literate Population | 1,677 | 937 | 740 |
Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 609 | 798 |
Connectivity of Balgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Balgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Balgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balgaon
- Where is Balgaon located?
- Balgaon village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
- Balgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balgaon?
- The pincode of Balgaon is 416413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgaon is 3,084, with 1,546 males and 1,538 females.
- How many households are there in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balgaon village has a total of 615 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgaon is 54.38%. The male literacy rate is 60.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.