Ballekere
Ballekere is a village located in Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hosdurga (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Anivala is the gram panchayat of Ballekere village.
Ballekere has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga 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 Ballekere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballekere is 605858. The village spans a total geographical area of 465.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577554. Hosdurga is nearest town to Ballekere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Ballekere
Below is a concise population overview of Ballekere 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 | 753 | 379 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 281 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 98 | 158 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ballekere village:
- The total population of Ballekere village is around 753, including approximately 379 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Ballekere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ballekere village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ballekere village is about 66.00%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 57.75%.
- There are around 159 households in Ballekere village.
Connectivity of Ballekere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballekere. As per the 2011 stats, Ballekere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ballekere
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballekere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballekere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballekere
- Where is Ballekere located?
- Ballekere village is situated in Hosdurga Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballekere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ballekere is Anivala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ballekere?
- The pincode of Ballekere is 577554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballekere is 753, with 379 males and 374 females.
- How many households are there in Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballekere village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballekere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballekere is 66.00%. The male literacy rate is 74.14%, while the female literacy rate is 57.75%.