Balekoppa (Kibballi) - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Balekoppa (Kibballi) is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Analebail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balekoppa (Kibballi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balekoppa (Kibballi) is 603554. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.72 hectares and falls under the 581331 pincode. Siddapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Balekoppa (Kibballi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balekoppa (Kibballi)
According to the 2011 Census, Balekoppa (Kibballi) village had a total population of 668 people, including 327 males and 341 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.67%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 80.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 668 | 327 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 251 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 76 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Balekoppa (Kibballi)
Balekoppa (Kibballi) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ainbail | North | 1.72 km |
| Hegnur | North | 1.94 km |
| Harigar | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Havinbil | South | 2.48 km |
| Karkisaval | East | 2.80 km |
| Hostot | West | 2.87 km |
| Taresar | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Kibballi | North | 3.40 km |
| Murur | North | 3.48 km |
| Honnehadda | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balekoppa (Kibballi)
Balekoppa (Kibballi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talguppa, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddapur to Balekoppa (Kibballi) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Balekoppa (Kibballi) is about 131 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 Balekoppa (Kibballi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balekoppa (Kibballi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balekoppa (Kibballi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balekoppa (Kibballi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balekoppa (Kibballi)
Where is Balekoppa (Kibballi) located?
Balekoppa (Kibballi) village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balekoppa (Kibballi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balekoppa (Kibballi) is Analebail.
What is the pincode of Balekoppa (Kibballi)?
The pincode of Balekoppa (Kibballi) is 581331.
What is the population of Balekoppa (Kibballi)?
Balekoppa (Kibballi) had a total population of 668, including 327 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Balekoppa (Kibballi)?
Balekoppa (Kibballi) had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balekoppa (Kibballi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balekoppa (Kibballi) was 84.67%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 80.92%.