Balakavadi
About Balakavadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balakavadi village is 563100. Balakavadi village is located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Balkawadi is the gram panchayat of Balakavadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 245.72 hectares. Balakavadi has a total population of 296 peoples, out of which male population is 125 while female population is 171. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1368 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balakavadi village is 67.23% out of which 79.20% males and 58.48% females are literate. There are about 85 houses in balakavadi village.
When it comes to administration, Balakavadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balakavadi village comes under Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Satara Lok Sabha constituency. Wai is nearest town to balakavadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Balakavadi
The population details of Balakavadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 125 | 171 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 26 | 71 |
Connectivity of Balakavadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balakavadi
Where is Balakavadi located?
Balakavadi village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakavadi is Balkawadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balakavadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balakavadi is 296, with 125 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Balakavadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balakavadi village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakavadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balakavadi is 67.23%. The male literacy rate is 79.20%, while the female literacy rate is 58.48%.