Balkur - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Balkur is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Balkoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkur is 603754. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.62 hectares and falls under the 581423 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Balkur 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 Balkur
According to the 2011 Census, Balkur village had a total population of 2,758 people, including 1,385 males and 1,373 females, living in 613 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.52%, with male literacy at 90.42% and female literacy at 74.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,758 | 1,385 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,072 | 1,133 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 252 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Balkur
Balkur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelgin-mannige | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Jalwal Karki | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Talgod | South | 2.31 km |
| Anilgod | East | 2.51 km |
| Melin-idgunji | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Melin-mannige | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Kelgin-idgunji | West | 2.72 km |
| Kervalli | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Padukuli | North | 2.78 km |
| Gudemakki | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balkur
Balkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Balkur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Balkur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balkur
Where is Balkur located?
Balkur village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkur is Balkoor.
What is the pincode of Balkur?
The pincode of Balkur is 581423.
What is the population of Balkur?
Balkur had a total population of 2,758, including 1,385 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Balkur?
Balkur had 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkur was 82.52%. Male literacy was 90.42% and female literacy was 74.64%.