Balwandi

Balwandi is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Tembha is the gram panchayat of Balwandi village.

Balwandi has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Balwandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwandi is 552736. The village spans a total geographical area of 571 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Balwandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Balwandi

Below is a concise population overview of Balwandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 543 277 266
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 36 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 542 276 266
Literate Population 323 192 131
Illiterate Population 220 85 135

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balwandi village:

  • The total population of Balwandi village is around 543, including approximately 277 males and 266 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Balwandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balwandi village has 542 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balwandi village is about 59.48%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 49.25%.
  • There are around 93 households in Balwandi village.

Connectivity of Balwandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwandi. As per the 2011 stats, Balwandi 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 Balwandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Balwandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwandi.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balwandi

Where is Balwandi located?
Balwandi village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balwandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwandi is Tembha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwandi is 543, with 277 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balwandi village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwandi is 59.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 49.25%.