Balawadi - Pusad, Yavatmal
Balawadi is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Gaul Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balawadi is 542915. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.29 hectares and falls under the 445215 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Balawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Balawadi village had a total population of 426 people, including 226 males and 200 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 88.54% and female literacy at 73.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 226 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 226 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 170 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 56 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Balawadi
Balawadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balawadi
Public transport in the Balawadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Balawadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Balawadi is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balawadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balawadi
Where is Balawadi located?
Balawadi village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balawadi is Gaul Kd.
What is the pincode of Balawadi?
The pincode of Balawadi is 445215.
What is the population of Balawadi?
Balawadi had a total population of 426, including 226 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Balawadi?
Balawadi had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balawadi was 81.40%. Male literacy was 88.54% and female literacy was 73.74%.