Balapala - Kuravi, Mahabubabad
Balapala is a village situated in the Kuravi mandal of Mahabubabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Kuravi and around 80 km from Warangal. Balapala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapala is 578666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1502 hectares and falls under the 506381 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Balapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balapala
As per Census 2011, Balapala village has a total population of 3,802 people, consisting of 1,922 males and 1,880 females. The village has 996 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,761 literate and 2,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,802 | 1,922 | 1,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 215 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 233 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,597 | 814 | 783 |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,079 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 843 | 1,198 |
Transport and Connectivity of Balapala
Balapala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balapala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Balapala is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balapala
Where is Balapala located?
Balapala village is located in Kuravi Mandal, Mahabubabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapala?
Balapala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balapala?
The pincode of Balapala is 506381.
What is the population of Balapala?
Balapala has a total population of 3,802, including 1,922 males and 1,880 females.
How many households are there in Balapala?
There are 996 households in Balapala.
What is the literacy rate in Balapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapala is 46.32%. Male literacy is 56.14% and female literacy is 36.28%.