Balwa
Balwa is a village located in Shamli tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Samli (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Muzaffarnagar. As per 2009 stats, Balwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Balwa unique in its vibrant Shamli-Muzaffarnagar region. You’ll see Balwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balwa is 110729. The village spans a total geographical area of 852.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247776. Shamli is nearest town to Balwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Balwa
Population of Balwa
According to the 2011 Census, Balwa has a total population of about 7,922, with approximately 4,346 males and 3,576 females. The sex ratio is around 822 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 433 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.22%, with male literacy at about 66.20% and female literacy near 46.31%. There are around 1,255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,922 | 4,346 | 3,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,307 | 730 | 577 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 240 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,533 | 2,877 | 1,656 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,389 | 1,469 | 1,920 |
Connectivity of Balwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balwa. As per the 2011 stats, Balwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Balwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Balwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balwa
- Where is Balwa located?
- Balwa village is situated in Shamli Tehsil, within the Muzaffarnagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balwa?
- Balwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balwa?
- The pincode of Balwa is 247776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balwa is 7,922, with 4,346 males and 3,576 females.
- How many households are there in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balwa village has a total of 1,255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balwa is 57.22%. The male literacy rate is 66.20%, while the female literacy rate is 46.31%.