Byadarahalli - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Byadarahalli is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Byadarahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byadarahalli is 606116. The village covers a total geographical area of 1212.74 hectares and falls under the 577546 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Byadarahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hiriyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Byadarahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Byadarahalli village had a total population of 3,279 people, including 1,648 males and 1,631 females, living in 720 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.62%, with male literacy at 84.53% and female literacy at 70.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,279 | 1,648 | 1,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 168 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 449 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 103 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 2,286 | 1,251 | 1,035 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 397 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Byadarahalli
Byadarahalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarakotta | East | 2.25 km |
| Toreobenahalli | North | 2.81 km |
| Koodlahalli | South | 3.46 km |
| Ambalagere | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Eswaragere | East | 4.43 km |
| Maskal | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Bidarakere | North | 4.97 km |
| Hemadala | West | 5.05 km |
| Abbinahole | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Toresal Nagenahalli | South | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Byadarahalli
Byadarahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balenahalli, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiriyur to Byadarahalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Byadarahalli is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byadarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byadarahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Byadarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byadarahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Byadarahalli
Where is Byadarahalli located?
Byadarahalli village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byadarahalli?
Byadarahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Byadarahalli?
The pincode of Byadarahalli is 577546.
What is the population of Byadarahalli?
Byadarahalli had a total population of 3,279, including 1,648 males and 1,631 females.
How many households are there in Byadarahalli?
Byadarahalli had 720 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byadarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byadarahalli was 77.62%. Male literacy was 84.53% and female literacy was 70.65%.