Balagund
Balagund is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Godoli is the gram panchayat of Balagund village.
Balagund has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balagund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balagund is 598007. The village spans a total geographical area of 1966.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591106. Alnavar is nearest town to Balagund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Balagund
Population of Balagund
Below is a concise population overview of Balagund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 208 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 120 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 88 | 107 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balagund village:
- The total population of Balagund village is around 397, including approximately 208 males and 189 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Balagund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balagund village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balagund village is about 50.88%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 43.39%.
- There are around 72 households in Balagund village.
Connectivity of Balagund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balagund. As per the 2011 stats, Balagund 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balagund
Knowing the nearby villages of Balagund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balagund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balagund
- Where is Balagund located?
- Balagund village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balagund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balagund is Godoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balagund?
- The pincode of Balagund is 591106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balagund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagund is 397, with 208 males and 189 females.
- How many households are there in Balagund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balagund village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balagund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagund is 50.88%. The male literacy rate is 57.69%, while the female literacy rate is 43.39%.