Bilgi (Rural) - Bilgi, Bagalkote
Bilgi (Rural) is a village situated in the Bilgi taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from Bilgi and around 32 km from Bagalkot. Korti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilgi (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilgi (Rural) is 598499. The village covers a total geographical area of 3859.58 hectares and falls under the 587116 pincode. Bilgi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bilgi (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilgi (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Bilgi (Rural) village has a total population of 5,414 people, consisting of 2,680 males and 2,734 females. The village has 1,069 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 795 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,306 literate and 2,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilgi (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,414 | 2,680 | 2,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 399 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 479 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 3,306 | 1,897 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,108 | 783 | 1,325 |
Nearby Villages of Bilgi (Rural)
Bilgi (Rural) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badagandi | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Nagaral | West | 4.05 km |
| Ramapratappa Nagar | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Kontikal | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Sonna | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Sunaga | South | 6.76 km |
| Siddapur | West | 6.90 km |
| Mannikeri | South-East | 7.09 km |
| Rolli | East | 7.38 km |
| Shivanagar | West | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilgi (Rural)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilgi (Rural). The nearest railway station is Mangela, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilgi to Bilgi (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Bilgi (Rural) is about 32 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 Bilgi (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilgi (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilgi (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilgi (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilgi (Rural)
Where is Bilgi (Rural) located?
Bilgi (Rural) village is located in Bilgi Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilgi (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilgi (Rural) is Korti.
What is the pincode of Bilgi (Rural)?
The pincode of Bilgi (Rural) is 587116.
What is the population of Bilgi (Rural)?
Bilgi (Rural) has a total population of 5,414, including 2,680 males and 2,734 females.
How many households are there in Bilgi (Rural)?
There are 1,069 households in Bilgi (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Bilgi (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilgi (Rural) is 61.06%. Male literacy is 70.78% and female literacy is 51.54%.