Ballekere - Krishnarajpet, Mandya
Ballekere is a village situated in the Krishnarajpet taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krishnarajapet and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Bharathipuracross serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballekere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballekere is 613469. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.22 hectares and falls under the 571426 pincode. Krishnarajpet is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ballekere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballekere
As per Census 2011, Ballekere village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 223 males and 229 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballekere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 223 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 155 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 68 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Ballekere
Ballekere is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ballekere
Ballekere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Krishnarajpet to Ballekere is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Ballekere is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballekere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballekere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ballekere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballekere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballekere
Where is Ballekere located?
Ballekere village is located in Krishnarajpet Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballekere?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballekere is Bharathipuracross.
What is the pincode of Ballekere?
The pincode of Ballekere is 571426.
What is the population of Ballekere?
Ballekere has a total population of 452, including 223 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Ballekere?
There are 87 households in Ballekere.
What is the literacy rate in Ballekere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballekere is 59.73%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 50.22%.