Balleshwara - Honnali, Davanagere
Balleshwara is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hanumasagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balleshwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balleshwara is 606816. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.27 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Balleshwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balleshwara
As per Census 2011, Balleshwara village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 235 males and 227 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 188 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balleshwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 235 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 16 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 150 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 85 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Balleshwara
Balleshwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotemallur | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Narasimhapura | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Konayakanahalli | South | 1.98 km |
| Hanumasagara | West | 2.55 km |
| Chickagonigere | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Belimallur | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Holeharalahalli | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Anjanapura | South | 3.77 km |
| Gopagondanahalli | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Honnali(rural) | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balleshwara
Balleshwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honnali to Balleshwara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Balleshwara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balleshwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balleshwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balleshwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balleshwara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balleshwara
Where is Balleshwara located?
Balleshwara village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balleshwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Balleshwara is Hanumasagara.
What is the pincode of Balleshwara?
The pincode of Balleshwara is 577217.
What is the population of Balleshwara?
Balleshwara has a total population of 462, including 235 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Balleshwara?
There are 104 households in Balleshwara.
What is the literacy rate in Balleshwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balleshwara is 59.31%. Male literacy is 63.83% and female literacy is 54.63%.