Ballekere - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Ballekere is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Anivala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballekere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballekere is 605858. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.56 hectares and falls under the 577554 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ballekere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballekere
As per Census 2011, Ballekere village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 379 males and 374 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballekere are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ballekere
Ballekere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Channapura | East | 1.56 km |
| Kabbinakere | South | 2.33 km |
| Burudekatte | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Anivala | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Boothanahalli | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Srirangapura | East | 3.49 km |
| Settyhalli | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Basavapura | West | 4.00 km |
| Palyadahalli | East | 4.58 km |
| Chikkamanahalli | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballekere
Ballekere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Ballekere is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Ballekere is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballekere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballekere 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ballekere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballekere 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballekere
Where is Ballekere located?
Ballekere village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballekere?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballekere is Anivala.
What is the pincode of Ballekere?
The pincode of Ballekere is 577554.
What is the population of Ballekere?
Ballekere has a total population of 753, including 379 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Ballekere?
There are 159 households in Ballekere.
What is the literacy rate in Ballekere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballekere is 66.00%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 57.75%.