Balliganur
Balliganur is a village located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Balliganur village is also a gram panchayat.
Balliganur has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur 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 Balliganur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balliganur is 609367. The village spans a total geographical area of 1407.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577116. Birur is nearest town to Balliganur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balliganur 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 Kadur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balliganur
Population of Balliganur
Below is a concise population overview of Balliganur 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 | 902 | 465 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 200 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 358 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 107 | 171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balliganur village:
- The total population of Balliganur village is around 902, including approximately 465 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Balliganur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balliganur village has 408 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balliganur village is about 69.18%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 60.87%.
- There are around 214 households in Balliganur village.
Connectivity of Balliganur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balliganur. As per the 2011 stats, Balliganur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balliganur
Knowing the nearby villages of Balliganur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balliganur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balliganur
- Where is Balliganur located?
- Balliganur village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balliganur?
- Balliganur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balliganur?
- The pincode of Balliganur is 577116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balliganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balliganur is 902, with 465 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Balliganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balliganur village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balliganur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balliganur is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.99%, while the female literacy rate is 60.87%.