Balewadi
Balewadi is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Balewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Balewadi has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 562070. The village spans a total geographical area of 619.49 hectares. Barshi is nearest town to Balewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad 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 | 537 | 284 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 225 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 59 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewadi village:
- The total population of Balewadi village is around 537, including approximately 284 males and 253 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Balewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewadi village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balewadi village is about 71.88%, with male literacy at 79.23% and female literacy at 63.64%.
- There are around 110 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur 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 population of Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewadi is 537, with 284 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balewadi village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewadi is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 79.23%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.