Balgaon - Jat, Sangli
Balgaon is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Balgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balgaon is 568891. The village covers a total geographical area of 1799.84 hectares and falls under the 416413 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Balgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balgaon
As per Census 2011, Balgaon village has a total population of 3,084 people, consisting of 1,546 males and 1,538 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balgaon
Balgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataral | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Halli | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Suslad | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Akkalawadi | South | 5.46 km |
| Belundagi | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Jigajeevani | East | 6.95 km |
| Manik Nal | South | 7.66 km |
| Sonalagi | North | 8.23 km |
| Kanakanal | South-East | 8.44 km |
| Umadi | North | 8.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Balgaon. The nearest railway station is Kyataneakeri Rd, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur (karnataka) to Balgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Balgaon is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balgaon
Where is Balgaon located?
Balgaon village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgaon?
Balgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balgaon?
The pincode of Balgaon is 416413.
What is the population of Balgaon?
Balgaon has a total population of 3,084, including 1,546 males and 1,538 females.
How many households are there in Balgaon?
There are 615 households in Balgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balgaon is 54.38%. Male literacy is 60.61% and female literacy is 48.11%.