Ballekatte - Tiptur, Tumakuru
Ballekatte is a village situated in the Tiptur taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from Tiptur and around 62 km from Tumkur. Kuppallu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballekatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballekatte is 612054. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.2 hectares and falls under the 572114 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ballekatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiptur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballekatte
According to the 2011 Census, Ballekatte village had a total population of 221 people, including 104 males and 117 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.37%, with male literacy at 93.81% and female literacy at 70.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 13 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Ballekatte
Ballekatte 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 Ballekatte
Ballekatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ballekatte has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tiptur to Ballekatte is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Ballekatte is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballekatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballekatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballekatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballekatte 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ballekatte
Where is Ballekatte located?
Ballekatte village is located in Tiptur Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballekatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballekatte is Kuppallu.
What is the pincode of Ballekatte?
The pincode of Ballekatte is 572114.
What is the population of Ballekatte?
Ballekatte had a total population of 221, including 104 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Ballekatte?
Ballekatte had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballekatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballekatte was 81.37%. Male literacy was 93.81% and female literacy was 70.09%.