Balaganur
Balaganur is a village located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Balaganur village is also a gram panchayat.
Balaganur has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 Balaganur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balaganur is 599309. The village spans a total geographical area of 5929.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Sindgi is nearest town to Balaganur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balaganur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balaganur
Population of Balaganur
Below is a concise population overview of Balaganur 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 | 7,405 | 3,860 | 3,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,286 | 683 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,116 | 588 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,556 | 2,219 | 1,337 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,849 | 1,641 | 2,208 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balaganur village:
- The total population of Balaganur village is around 7,405, including approximately 3,860 males and 3,545 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,286 children aged 0–6 years in Balaganur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balaganur village has 1,116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balaganur village is about 48.02%, with male literacy at 57.49% and female literacy at 37.72%.
- There are around 1,275 households in Balaganur village.
Connectivity of Balaganur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balaganur. As per the 2011 stats, Balaganur 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 Balaganur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balaganur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balaganur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balaganur
- Where is Balaganur located?
- Balaganur village is situated in Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balaganur?
- Balaganur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balaganur?
- The pincode of Balaganur is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balaganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balaganur is 7,405, with 3,860 males and 3,545 females.
- How many households are there in Balaganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balaganur village has a total of 1,275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balaganur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balaganur is 48.02%. The male literacy rate is 57.49%, while the female literacy rate is 37.72%.