Balila

Balila is a village located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Balila village is also a gram panchayat.

Balila has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 Balila

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balila is 617755. The village spans a total geographical area of 619.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574212. Sulya is nearest town to Balila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Balila

Below is a concise population overview of Balila as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,992 974 1,018
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 103 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 346 164 182
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 144 77 67
Literate Population 1,468 765 703
Illiterate Population 524 209 315

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balila village:

  • The total population of Balila village is around 1,992, including approximately 974 males and 1,018 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Balila village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balila village has 346 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balila village is about 73.69%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 69.06%.
  • There are around 415 households in Balila village.

Connectivity of Balila

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balila. As per the 2011 stats, Balila 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Balila

Knowing the nearby villages of Balila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balila.

Frequently Asked Questions about Balila

Where is Balila located?
Balila village is situated in Sulya Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balila?
Balila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balila?
The pincode of Balila is 574212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balila is 1,992, with 974 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Balila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balila village has a total of 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balila as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balila is 73.69%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 69.06%.