Balewadi
Balewadi is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 148km 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 561816. The village spans a total geographical area of 669 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413203. Karmala is nearest town to Balewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km 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 Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha 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 | 982 | 531 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 384 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 147 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewadi village:
- The total population of Balewadi village is around 982, including approximately 531 males and 451 females, with a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Balewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewadi village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balewadi village is about 63.95%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 54.10%.
- There are around 214 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Karmala 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 pincode of Balewadi?
- The pincode of Balewadi is 413203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewadi is 982, with 531 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balewadi village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewadi is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 54.10%.