Balele

Balele is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Balele village is also a gram panchayat.

Balele has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Balele

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balele is 618081. The village spans a total geographical area of 1635.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571219. Virajpet is nearest town to Balele village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Balele

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,071 1,518 1,553
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 313 163 150
Scheduled Castes (SC) 434 214 220
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 973 468 505
Literate Population 1,916 1,016 900
Illiterate Population 1,155 502 653

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

  • The total population of Balele village is around 3,071, including approximately 1,518 males and 1,553 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 313 children aged 0–6 years in Balele village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balele village has 434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 973 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balele village is about 62.39%, with male literacy at 66.93% and female literacy at 57.95%.
  • There are around 856 households in Balele village.

Connectivity of Balele

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balele. As per the 2011 stats, Balele 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 Balele

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balele

Where is Balele located?
Balele village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balele?
Balele serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Balele?
The pincode of Balele is 571219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balele as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balele is 3,071, with 1,518 males and 1,553 females.
How many households are there in Balele as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balele village has a total of 856 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balele as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balele is 62.39%. The male literacy rate is 66.93%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.