Balur
About Balur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balur village is 609926. Balur village is located in Mudigere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mudigere (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Balur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1897.93 hectares. Balur has a total population of 1,737 peoples, out of which male population is 868 while female population is 869. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balur village is 66.84% out of which 73.85% males and 59.84% females are literate. There are about 433 houses in balur village. Pincode of balur village locality is 577122.
When it comes to administration, Balur 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, Balur village comes under Mudigere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Mudigere is nearest town to balur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Balur
The population details of Balur 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 | 1,737 | 868 | 869 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 587 | 294 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 641 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 227 | 349 |
Connectivity of Balur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balur
Where is Balur located?
Balur village is situated in Mudigere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balur?
Balur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balur?
The pincode of Balur is 577122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balur is 1,737, with 868 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balur village has a total of 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balur is 66.84%. The male literacy rate is 73.85%, while the female literacy rate is 59.84%.