Balugodu

Balugodu is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Bittangala is the gram panchayat of Balugodu village.

Here you can discover what makes Balugodu unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Balugodu’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 Balugodu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balugodu is 618015. The village spans a total geographical area of 845.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571218. Virajpet is nearest town to Balugodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Balugodu

According to the 2011 Census, Balugodu has a total population of about 2,013, with approximately 976 males and 1,037 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 323. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.77%, with male literacy at about 83.20% and female literacy near 78.50%. There are around 434 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balugodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,013 976 1,037
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 82 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 264 124 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 323 149 174
Literate Population 1,626 812 814
Illiterate Population 387 164 223

Connectivity of Balugodu

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Balugodu

Where is Balugodu located?
Balugodu village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balugodu?
The Gram Panchayat of Balugodu is Bittangala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balugodu?
The pincode of Balugodu is 571218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balugodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balugodu is 2,013, with 976 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Balugodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balugodu village has a total of 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balugodu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balugodu is 80.77%. The male literacy rate is 83.20%, while the female literacy rate is 78.50%.