Balapura
Balapura is a village located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Bukkapatna is the gram panchayat of Balapura village.
Balapura 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 Balapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balapura is 610430. The village spans a total geographical area of 668.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572115. Sira is nearest town to Balapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Balapura 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 Chiknayakanhalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Balapura
Population of Balapura
Below is a concise population overview of Balapura 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 | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 51 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balapura village:
- The total population of Balapura village is around 242, including approximately 118 males and 124 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Balapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balapura village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balapura village is about 47.93%, with male literacy at 56.78% and female literacy at 39.52%.
- There are around 53 households in Balapura village.
Connectivity of Balapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balapura. As per the 2011 stats, Balapura 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 Balapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Balapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balapura
- Where is Balapura located?
- Balapura village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balapura is Bukkapatna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balapura?
- The pincode of Balapura is 572115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balapura is 242, with 118 males and 124 females.
- How many households are there in Balapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balapura village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balapura is 47.93%. The male literacy rate is 56.78%, while the female literacy rate is 39.52%.