Balapur - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Balapur is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bopapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapur is 543856. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 445307 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapur
As per Census 2011, Balapur village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 334 males and 343 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 334 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 72 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Balapur
Balapur 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 Balapur
Balapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Balapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Balapur is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balapur
Where is Balapur located?
Balapur village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapur is Bopapur.
What is the pincode of Balapur?
The pincode of Balapur is 445307.
What is the population of Balapur?
Balapur has a total population of 677, including 334 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Balapur?
There are 186 households in Balapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapur is 74.74%. Male literacy is 78.44% and female literacy is 71.14%.