Baluwa - Sagri, Azamgarh
Baluwa is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Baluwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baluwa is 193198. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.74 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Baluwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baluwa
As per Census 2011, Baluwa village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 411 males and 461 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 539 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baluwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 411 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 300 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 111 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Baluwa
Baluwa 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 Baluwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Baluwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Baluwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Baluwa is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baluwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baluwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Baluwa
Where is Baluwa located?
Baluwa village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baluwa?
Baluwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baluwa?
The pincode of Baluwa is 276135.
What is the population of Baluwa?
Baluwa has a total population of 872, including 411 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Baluwa?
There are 154 households in Baluwa.
What is the literacy rate in Baluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baluwa is 61.81%. Male literacy is 72.99% and female literacy is 51.84%.