Balaganur - Almel, Vijayapura
Balaganur is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Sindgi and around 85 km from Bijapur. Balaganur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balaganur is 599309. The village covers a total geographical area of 5929.85 hectares and falls under the 586128 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balaganur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balaganur
As per Census 2011, Balaganur village has a total population of 7,405 people, consisting of 3,860 males and 3,545 females. The village has 1,275 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,556 literate and 3,849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balaganur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balaganur
Balaganur 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 Balaganur
Balaganur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Balaganur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Balaganur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balaganur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balaganur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balaganur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balaganur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balaganur
Where is Balaganur located?
Balaganur village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balaganur?
Balaganur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balaganur?
The pincode of Balaganur is 586128.
What is the population of Balaganur?
Balaganur has a total population of 7,405, including 3,860 males and 3,545 females.
How many households are there in Balaganur?
There are 1,275 households in Balaganur.
What is the literacy rate in Balaganur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balaganur is 48.02%. Male literacy is 57.49% and female literacy is 37.72%.