Bilugunda
Bilugunda is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Bilugunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bilugunda unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Bilugunda’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 Bilugunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilugunda is 618033. The village spans a total geographical area of 653.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571211. Virajpet is nearest town to Bilugunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Bilugunda
Population of Bilugunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bilugunda has a total population of about 1,351, with approximately 667 males and 684 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 531 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 146. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.79%, with male literacy at about 80.81% and female literacy near 74.85%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bilugunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,351 | 667 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 266 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 539 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 128 | 172 |
Connectivity of Bilugunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilugunda. As per the 2011 stats, Bilugunda 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bilugunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilugunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilugunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilugunda
- Where is Bilugunda located?
- Bilugunda village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilugunda?
- Bilugunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bilugunda?
- The pincode of Bilugunda is 571211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bilugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilugunda is 1,351, with 667 males and 684 females.
- How many households are there in Bilugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilugunda village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilugunda is 77.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 74.85%.