Balvadi - Sangole, Solapur
Balvadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Balvadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balvadi is 562562. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.56 hectares and falls under the 413308 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balvadi
As per Census 2011, Balvadi village has a total population of 3,756 people, consisting of 1,935 males and 1,821 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,611 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balvadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,756 | 1,935 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 216 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 184 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,611 | 1,498 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 437 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Balvadi
Balvadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nazare | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Vazare | East | 3.40 km |
| Khanjodwadi | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Yamaji Patalachi Wadi | West | 3.93 km |
| Madgule | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Bombewadi | North | 4.12 km |
| Saragarwadi | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Chopadi | South | 6.51 km |
| Zapachiwadi | South | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balvadi
Balvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Balvadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Balvadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balvadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balvadi
Where is Balvadi located?
Balvadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balvadi?
Balvadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balvadi?
The pincode of Balvadi is 413308.
What is the population of Balvadi?
Balvadi has a total population of 3,756, including 1,935 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Balvadi?
There are 756 households in Balvadi.
What is the literacy rate in Balvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balvadi is 69.52%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 61.12%.