Balawate - Mori, Uttarkashi
Balawate is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 218 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Balawate village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balawate is 040191. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.11 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Balawate village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Balawate
According to the 2011 Census, Balawate village had a total population of 221 people, including 110 males and 111 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.20%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Balawate
Balawate 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 Balawate
Balawate is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rohadoo to Balawate is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Balawate is about 218 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balawate
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balawate village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balawate
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balawate village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balawate
Where is Balawate located?
Balawate village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balawate?
Balawate is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balawate?
The pincode of Balawate is 249128.
What is the population of Balawate?
Balawate had a total population of 221, including 110 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Balawate?
Balawate had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balawate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balawate was 80.20%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 68.69%.