Bejjavalli - Tirthahalli, Shivamogga
Bejjavalli is a village situated in the Tirthahalli taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Tirthahalli and around 45 km from Shimoga. Bejjavalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bejjavalli is 608150. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.34 hectares and falls under the 577232 pincode. Tirthahalli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bejjavalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bejjavalli
As per Census 2011, Bejjavalli village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 122 males and 129 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bejjavalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 122 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bejjavalli
Bejjavalli 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 Bejjavalli
Bejjavalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bejjavalli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirthahalli to Bejjavalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Bejjavalli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bejjavalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bejjavalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bejjavalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bejjavalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bejjavalli
Where is Bejjavalli located?
Bejjavalli village is located in Tirthahalli Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bejjavalli?
Bejjavalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bejjavalli?
The pincode of Bejjavalli is 577232.
What is the population of Bejjavalli?
Bejjavalli has a total population of 251, including 122 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bejjavalli?
There are 65 households in Bejjavalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bejjavalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bejjavalli is 80.08%. Male literacy is 83.61% and female literacy is 76.74%.