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
As per Census 2011, Byadarahalli village has a total population of 3,279 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,631 females. The village has 720 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,286 literate and 993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 898 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byadarahalli are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,279, including 1,648 males and 1,631 females.
How many households are there in Byadarahalli?
There are 720 households in Byadarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Byadarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byadarahalli is 69.72%. Male literacy is 75.91% and female literacy is 63.46%.