Ballur - Navalgund, Dharwad
Ballur is a village situated in the Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Navalgund and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Javur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballur is 602329. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.08 hectares and falls under the 582208 pincode. Navalgund is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ballur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Navalgund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballur
As per Census 2011, Ballur village has a total population of 1,651 people, consisting of 893 males and 758 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,163 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,651 | 893 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 116 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 693 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 200 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Ballur
Ballur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirkol | West | 2.04 km |
| Halakusugal | East | 3.41 km |
| Hebbal | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Tirlapur | South | 5.44 km |
| Javoor | North | 5.63 km |
| Padesur | South-East | 5.70 km |
| Hanashi | North-West | 6.79 km |
| Morab | West | 7.33 km |
| Shanawad | East | 7.53 km |
| Yamanur | South-East | 7.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballur
Ballur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hebsur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navalgund to Ballur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Ballur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ballur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ballur
Where is Ballur located?
Ballur village is located in Navalgund Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballur is Javur.
What is the pincode of Ballur?
The pincode of Ballur is 582208.
What is the population of Ballur?
Ballur has a total population of 1,651, including 893 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Ballur?
There are 332 households in Ballur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballur is 70.44%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 62.01%.