Balagunda
Balagunda is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Belur is the gram panchayat of Balagunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Balagunda unique in its vibrant Somvarpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Balagunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balagunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balagunda is 617936. The village spans a total geographical area of 627.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571236. Somwarpet is nearest town to Balagunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Balagunda
Population of Balagunda
According to the 2011 Census, Balagunda has a total population of about 3,676, with approximately 1,746 males and 1,930 females. The sex ratio is around 1105 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 764 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.13%, with male literacy at about 76.86% and female literacy near 64.04%. There are around 904 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balagunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,676 | 1,746 | 1,930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 184 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 370 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,578 | 1,342 | 1,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 404 | 694 |
Connectivity of Balagunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balagunda. As per the 2011 stats, Balagunda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balagunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Balagunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balagunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balagunda
- Where is Balagunda located?
- Balagunda village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balagunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balagunda is Belur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balagunda?
- The pincode of Balagunda is 571236, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balagunda is 3,676, with 1,746 males and 1,930 females.
- How many households are there in Balagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balagunda village has a total of 904 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balagunda is 70.13%. The male literacy rate is 76.86%, while the female literacy rate is 64.04%.