Balthmari - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Balthmari is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Yerramvariapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balthmari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balthmari is 621406. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.63 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Balthmari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balthmari
As per Census 2011, Balthmari village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 305 males and 319 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balthmari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 305 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 148 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 229 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 76 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Balthmari
Balthmari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathapura | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Basavanapalli | South | 1.71 km |
| Gudisivaripalli | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Vyapalahalli | East | 2.11 km |
| Kadirampalli | West | 2.35 km |
| Manjevaripalli | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Kothapalli | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Kottevaripalli | North | 2.49 km |
| M.thummalapalli | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Vangasavaripalli | North-West | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balthmari
Balthmari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) to Balthmari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Balthmari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balthmari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balthmari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balthmari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balthmari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balthmari
Where is Balthmari located?
Balthmari village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balthmari?
The Gram Panchayat of Balthmari is Yerramvariapalli.
What is the pincode of Balthmari?
The pincode of Balthmari is 563134.
What is the population of Balthmari?
Balthmari has a total population of 624, including 305 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Balthmari?
There are 134 households in Balthmari.
What is the literacy rate in Balthmari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balthmari is 61.38%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 48.28%.