Balkur
About Balkur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balkur village is 603754. Balkur village is located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 114km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Balkoor is the gram panchayat of Balkur village.
The total geographical area of village is 487.62 hectares. Balkur has a total population of 2,758 peoples, out of which male population is 1,385 while female population is 1,373. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balkur village is 75.13% out of which 81.81% males and 68.39% females are literate. There are about 613 houses in balkur village. Pincode of balkur village locality is 581423.
Honavar is nearest town to balkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Balkur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,758 | 1,385 | 1,373 |
| Children (0-6) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,072 | 1,133 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 252 | 434 |
Connectivity of Balkur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balkur
Where is Balkur located?
Balkur village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkur is Balkoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balkur?
The pincode of Balkur is 581423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balkur is 2,758, with 1,385 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Balkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balkur village has a total of 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balkur is 75.13%. The male literacy rate is 81.81%, while the female literacy rate is 68.39%.