Balige
About Balige
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balige village is 609906. Balige village is located in Mudigere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Mudigere (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Sunkasale is the gram panchayat of Balige village.
The total geographical area of village is 783.84 hectares. Balige has a total population of 566 peoples, out of which male population is 294 while female population is 272. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balige village is 62.19% out of which 67.69% males and 56.25% females are literate. There are about 131 houses in balige village. Pincode of balige village locality is 577121.
When it comes to administration, Balige 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, Balige village comes under Mudigere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Mudigere is nearest town to balige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Balige
The population details of Balige 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 | 566 | 294 | 272 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 95 | 119 |
Connectivity of Balige
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balige
Where is Balige located?
Balige village is situated in Mudigere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balige?
The Gram Panchayat of Balige is Sunkasale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balige?
The pincode of Balige is 577121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balige is 566, with 294 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Balige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balige village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balige as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balige is 62.19%. The male literacy rate is 67.69%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.