Balewa
Balewa is a village located in Sheo tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Sheo (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Balewa village is also a gram panchayat.
Balewa has its own place in the vibrant Barmer 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 Balewa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balewa is 086730. The village spans a total geographical area of 4982 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344011. Barmer is nearest town to Balewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Balewa
Population of Balewa
Below is a concise population overview of Balewa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,663 | 1,385 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 277 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 452 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 713 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,674 | 672 | 1,002 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balewa village:
- The total population of Balewa village is around 2,663, including approximately 1,385 males and 1,278 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 525 children aged 0–6 years in Balewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balewa village has 888 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 453 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balewa village is about 37.14%, with male literacy at 51.48% and female literacy at 21.60%.
- There are around 454 households in Balewa village.
Connectivity of Balewa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balewa. As per the 2011 stats, Balewa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balewa
Knowing the nearby villages of Balewa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balewa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balewa
- Where is Balewa located?
- Balewa village is situated in Sheo Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balewa?
- Balewa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balewa?
- The pincode of Balewa is 344011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balewa is 2,663, with 1,385 males and 1,278 females.
- How many households are there in Balewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balewa village has a total of 454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balewa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balewa is 37.14%. The male literacy rate is 51.48%, while the female literacy rate is 21.60%.