Balekadi
Balekadi is a village located in Sringeri taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sringeri (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Kere is the gram panchayat of Balekadi village.
Balekadi 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 Balekadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balekadi is 608926. The village spans a total geographical area of 2291.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577139. Sringeri is nearest town to Balekadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balekadi 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 Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balekadi
Population of Balekadi
Below is a concise population overview of Balekadi 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 | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balekadi village:
- The total population of Balekadi village is around 187, including approximately 93 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Balekadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balekadi village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balekadi village is about 74.33%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 68.09%.
- There are around 48 households in Balekadi village.
Connectivity of Balekadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balekadi. As per the 2011 stats, Balekadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Balekadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Balekadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balekadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balekadi
- Where is Balekadi located?
- Balekadi village is situated in Sringeri Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balekadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balekadi is Kere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balekadi?
- The pincode of Balekadi is 577139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balekadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balekadi is 187, with 93 males and 94 females.
- How many households are there in Balekadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balekadi village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balekadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balekadi is 74.33%. The male literacy rate is 80.65%, while the female literacy rate is 68.09%.