Balemet - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Balemet is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Magoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balemet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balemet is 603768. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.35 hectares and falls under the 581423 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Balemet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balemet
According to the 2011 Census, Balemet village had a total population of 328 people, including 172 males and 156 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.52%, with male literacy at 56.33% and female literacy at 54.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 83 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Balemet
Balemet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birangod | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Adukal | West | 2.52 km |
| Kodani | North | 2.80 km |
| Hinnur | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Beranki | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Hadikal | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Melin-mannige | West | 3.79 km |
| Adekekuli | South | 4.27 km |
| Anilgod | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Dabbod | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balemet
Balemet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Balemet is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Balemet is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balemet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balemet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balemet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balemet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balemet
Where is Balemet located?
Balemet village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balemet?
The Gram Panchayat of Balemet is Magoda.
What is the pincode of Balemet?
The pincode of Balemet is 581423.
What is the population of Balemet?
Balemet had a total population of 328, including 172 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Balemet?
Balemet had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balemet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balemet was 55.52%. Male literacy was 56.33% and female literacy was 54.61%.