Ballur - Saligrama, Mysuru
Ballur is a village situated in the Saligrama taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Krishnarajanagara and around 75 km from Mysore. Lakshmipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballur is 618534. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.81 hectares and falls under the 571604 pincode. K.r.nagara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ballur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajanagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballur
As per Census 2011, Ballur village has a total population of 1,711 people, consisting of 842 males and 869 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,711 | 842 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 585 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 257 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Ballur
Ballur 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 Ballur
Ballur 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from K.r.nagara to Ballur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Ballur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ballur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ballur
Where is Ballur located?
Ballur village is located in Saligrama Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballur is Lakshmipura.
What is the pincode of Ballur?
The pincode of Ballur is 571604.
What is the population of Ballur?
Ballur has a total population of 1,711, including 842 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Ballur?
There are 407 households in Ballur.
What is the literacy rate in Ballur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballur is 61.43%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 53.62%.