Balegaon - Murbad, Thane
Balegaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Balegoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balegaon is 553216. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.23 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Balegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balegaon
As per Census 2011, Balegaon village has a total population of 1,193 people, consisting of 599 males and 594 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 599 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 463 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 136 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Balegaon
Balegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjangaon | South | 1.57 km |
| Umaroli Bk. | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Sayale | West | 2.05 km |
| Manivali Gho | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Tokawade | North | 2.68 km |
| Sajgaon | West | 3.14 km |
| Inde | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Ojiwale | South | 3.24 km |
| Hedavali | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Talavali Baragaon | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balegaon
Balegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 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 Kalyan to Balegaon is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Balegaon is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balegaon
Where is Balegaon located?
Balegaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Balegaon is Balegoan.
What is the pincode of Balegaon?
The pincode of Balegaon is 421402.
What is the population of Balegaon?
Balegaon has a total population of 1,193, including 599 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Balegaon?
There are 247 households in Balegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Balegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balegaon is 68.57%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 59.76%.