Balgera - Ghattu, Jogulamba Gadwal
Balgera is a village situated in the Ghattu mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Ghattu and around 140 km from Mahbubnagar. Balgera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balgera is 576275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1570 hectares and falls under the 509129 pincode. Gadwal is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Balgera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balgera
As per Census 2011, Balgera village has a total population of 3,773 people, consisting of 1,929 males and 1,844 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 907 literate and 2,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balgera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,773 | 1,929 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 369 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 434 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 577 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,866 | 1,352 | 1,514 |
Nearby Villages of Balgera
Balgera 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 Balgera
Balgera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadwal to Balgera is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Balgera is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balgera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balgera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balgera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balgera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balgera
Where is Balgera located?
Balgera village is located in Ghattu Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgera?
Balgera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balgera?
The pincode of Balgera is 509129.
What is the population of Balgera?
Balgera has a total population of 3,773, including 1,929 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Balgera?
There are 709 households in Balgera.
What is the literacy rate in Balgera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balgera is 24.04%. Male literacy is 29.91% and female literacy is 17.90%.