Balur
About Balur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balur village is 607937. Balur village is located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Baluru is the gram panchayat of Balur village.
The total geographical area of village is 728.98 hectares. Balur has a total population of 1,033 peoples, out of which male population is 514 while female population is 519. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balur village is 72.12% out of which 78.21% males and 66.09% females are literate. There are about 230 houses in balur village. Pincode of balur village locality is 577426.
When it comes to administration, Balur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balur village comes under Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Hosanagara is nearest town to balur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Balur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 514 | 519 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 402 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 112 | 176 |
Connectivity of Balur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balur
Where is Balur located?
Balur village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balur is Baluru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balur?
The pincode of Balur is 577426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balur is 1,033, with 514 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balur village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balur is 72.12%. The male literacy rate is 78.21%, while the female literacy rate is 66.09%.