Balgavade
Balgavade is a village located in Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tasgaon (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Balgavde is the gram panchayat of Balgavade village.
Balgavade 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 Balgavade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgavade is 568663. The village spans a total geographical area of 823 hectares. Tasgaon is nearest town to Balgavade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balgavade 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 Balgavade
Population of Balgavade
Below is a concise population overview of Balgavade 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 | 2,261 | 1,164 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 131 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 953 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 211 | 318 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balgavade village:
- The total population of Balgavade village is around 2,261, including approximately 1,164 males and 1,097 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Balgavade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balgavade village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balgavade village is about 76.60%, with male literacy at 81.87% and female literacy at 71.01%.
- There are around 505 households in Balgavade village.
Connectivity of Balgavade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balgavade. As per the 2011 stats, Balgavade 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 Balgavade
Knowing the nearby villages of Balgavade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balgavade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balgavade
- Where is Balgavade located?
- Balgavade village is situated in Tasgaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balgavade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balgavade is Balgavde (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balgavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgavade is 2,261, with 1,164 males and 1,097 females.
- How many households are there in Balgavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balgavade village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balgavade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgavade is 76.60%. The male literacy rate is 81.87%, while the female literacy rate is 71.01%.