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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Balapur village had a total population of 677 people, including 334 males and 343 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.09%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 78.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Balapur?
The Village Panchayat of Balapur is Bopapur.
What is the pincode of Balapur?
The pincode of Balapur is 445307.
What is the population of Balapur?
Balapur had a total population of 677, including 334 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Balapur?
Balapur had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapur was 83.09%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 78.21%.