Ballekere
About Ballekere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ballekere village is 609533. Ballekere village is located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Ballekere village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 704.73 hectares. Ballekere has a total population of 1,157 peoples, out of which male population is 585 while female population is 572. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ballekere village is 66.98% out of which 74.70% males and 59.09% females are literate. There are about 288 houses in ballekere village. Pincode of ballekere village locality is 577554.
When it comes to administration, Ballekere village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ballekere village comes under Kadur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hassan Lok Sabha constituency. Kadur is nearest town to ballekere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Ballekere
The population details of Ballekere cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,157 | 585 | 572 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 775 | 437 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 148 | 234 |
Connectivity of Ballekere
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ballekere
Where is Ballekere located?
Ballekere village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballekere?
Ballekere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ballekere?
The pincode of Ballekere is 577554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballekere is 1,157, with 585 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ballekere village has a total of 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballekere is 66.98%. The male literacy rate is 74.70%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.