Balagere - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Balagere is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Idagur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balagere is 623196. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.95 hectares and falls under the 561210 pincode. Gauribidanur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balagere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balagere
As per Census 2011, Balagere village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 265 males and 266 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 265 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 196 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 69 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Balagere
Balagere 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 Balagere
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balagere.
| 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 Gauribidanur to Balagere is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Balagere is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balagere 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 Balagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balagere 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 Balagere
Where is Balagere located?
Balagere village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Balagere is Idagur.
What is the pincode of Balagere?
The pincode of Balagere is 561210.
What is the population of Balagere?
Balagere has a total population of 531, including 265 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Balagere?
There are 137 households in Balagere.
What is the literacy rate in Balagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balagere is 64.22%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 54.51%.