Ballu
Ballu is a village located in Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sakleshpur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Ballu village is also a gram panchayat.
Ballu has its own place in the vibrant Hassan 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 Ballu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ballu is 614956. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573214. Sakleshpur is nearest town to Ballu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ballu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ballu
Population of Ballu
Below is a concise population overview of Ballu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,304 | 649 | 655 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 486 | 499 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 856 | 472 | 384 |
Illiterate Population | 448 | 177 | 271 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ballu village:
- The total population of Ballu village is around 1,304, including approximately 649 males and 655 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Ballu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ballu village has 985 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ballu village is about 65.64%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 58.63%.
- There are around 308 households in Ballu village.
Connectivity of Ballu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ballu. As per the 2011 stats, Ballu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ballu
Knowing the nearby villages of Ballu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ballu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballu
- Where is Ballu located?
- Ballu village is situated in Sakleshpur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ballu?
- Ballu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ballu?
- The pincode of Ballu is 573214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ballu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ballu is 1,304, with 649 males and 655 females.
- How many households are there in Ballu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ballu village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ballu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ballu is 65.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 58.63%.