Balekatte

Balekatte is a village located in Bhadravati taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadravati (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Dodderi is the gram panchayat of Balekatte village.

Balekatte has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balekatte

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balekatte is 608608. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577301. Bhadravathi is nearest town to Balekatte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Balekatte village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhadravati Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Balekatte

Below is a concise population overview of Balekatte as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 277 147 130
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 27 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 11 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 123 75 48
Illiterate Population 154 72 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balekatte village:

  • The total population of Balekatte village is around 277, including approximately 147 males and 130 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Balekatte village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balekatte village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balekatte village is about 44.40%, with male literacy at 51.02% and female literacy at 36.92%.
  • There are around 57 households in Balekatte village.

Connectivity of Balekatte

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balekatte. As per the 2011 stats, Balekatte 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balekatte

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

Basavapura Bandigudda Nettakallahatti Dodderi Yammedoddi Varavinakere Kenchammanahalli Ukkunda Siddarahalli Malalaharavu Gangooru

Frequently Asked Questions about Balekatte

Where is Balekatte located?
Balekatte village is situated in Bhadravati Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balekatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Balekatte is Dodderi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balekatte?
The pincode of Balekatte is 577301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balekatte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balekatte is 277, with 147 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Balekatte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balekatte village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balekatte as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balekatte is 44.40%. The male literacy rate is 51.02%, while the female literacy rate is 36.92%.