Bylakere - Yelahanka, Bengaluru Urban
Bylakere is a village situated in the Yelahanka taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Bangalore North and around 10 km from Bangalore. Kasagattapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bylakere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bylakere is 612872. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.16 hectares and falls under the 560064 pincode. Bbmp is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bylakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelahanka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bylakere
As per Census 2011, Bylakere village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,403 males and 1,319 females. The village has 660 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,765 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bylakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,403 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 199 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 269 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 964 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 439 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Bylakere
Bylakere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medi Agrahara | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Mavallipura | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Kondashetti Halli | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Lingarajasagara | West | 1.76 km |
| Kalathammanahalli | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Guniagrahara | South | 1.81 km |
| Kasagattapura | West | 2.24 km |
| Jarakbandekaval | East | 2.42 km |
| Shivakote | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Somashetti Halli | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bylakere
Bylakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soldevanahalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bbmp to Bylakere is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Bylakere is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bylakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bylakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bylakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bylakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bylakere
Where is Bylakere located?
Bylakere village is located in Yelahanka Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bylakere?
The Gram Panchayat of Bylakere is Kasagattapura.
What is the pincode of Bylakere?
The pincode of Bylakere is 560064.
What is the population of Bylakere?
Bylakere has a total population of 2,722, including 1,403 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Bylakere?
There are 660 households in Bylakere.
What is the literacy rate in Bylakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bylakere is 64.84%. Male literacy is 68.71% and female literacy is 60.73%.