Billadi - Brahmavara, Udupi
Billadi is a village situated in the Brahmavara taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Udupi and around 35 km from Udupi. Billadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billadi is 608774. The village covers a total geographical area of 1139.05 hectares and falls under the 576223 pincode. Saligram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Billadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billadi
As per Census 2011, Billadi village has a total population of 2,776 people, consisting of 1,353 males and 1,423 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,959 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Billadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,776 | 1,353 | 1,423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,959 | 1,041 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 312 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Billadi
Billadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Heggunje | South | 2.99 km |
| Vandar | East | 3.16 km |
| Hallady-harkadi | North | 3.30 km |
| Kakkunje | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Shiriyara | West | 3.72 km |
| 33 Shiroor | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Yedthady | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Avarse | East | 5.11 km |
| Heskathoor | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Yedyadi-mathyadi | North-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billadi
Billadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barkur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saligram to Billadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Billadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Billadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Billadi
Where is Billadi located?
Billadi village is located in Brahmavara Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billadi?
Billadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Billadi?
The pincode of Billadi is 576223.
What is the population of Billadi?
Billadi has a total population of 2,776, including 1,353 males and 1,423 females.
How many households are there in Billadi?
There are 514 households in Billadi.
What is the literacy rate in Billadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billadi is 70.57%. Male literacy is 76.94% and female literacy is 64.51%.