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.
Here you can discover what makes Balewadi unique in its vibrant Barshi-Solapur region. You’ll see Balewadi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Balewadi has a total population of about 537, with approximately 284 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 79.23% and female literacy near 63.64%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.