Balanapalya
Balanapalya is a village located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Tarur is the gram panchayat of Balanapalya village.
Balanapalya has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur 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 Balanapalya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanapalya is 610482. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572125. Sira is nearest town to Balanapalya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balanapalya 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 Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga 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 Balanapalya
Below is a concise population overview of Balanapalya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 113 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 29 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balanapalya village:
- The total population of Balanapalya village is around 278, including approximately 142 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Balanapalya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balanapalya village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balanapalya village is about 67.99%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 55.88%.
- There are around 71 households in Balanapalya village.
Connectivity of Balanapalya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanapalya. As per the 2011 stats, Balanapalya 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balanapalya
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanapalya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanapalya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanapalya
- Where is Balanapalya located?
- Balanapalya village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanapalya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balanapalya is Tarur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balanapalya?
- The pincode of Balanapalya is 572125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanapalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanapalya is 278, with 142 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Balanapalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanapalya village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanapalya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanapalya is 67.99%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 55.88%.