Balgar

Balgar is a village located in Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sirsi (tehsildar office) and 134km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kangod is the gram panchayat of Balgar village.

Balgar has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balgar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balgar is 603244. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581340. Sirsi is nearest town to Balgar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Balgar

Below is a concise population overview of Balgar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 142 70 72
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 10 4 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 128 64 64
Illiterate Population 14 6 8

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balgar village:

  • The total population of Balgar village is around 142, including approximately 70 males and 72 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Balgar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Balgar village is about 90.14%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 88.89%.
  • There are around 32 households in Balgar village.

Connectivity of Balgar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balgar. As per the 2011 stats, Balgar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balgar

Knowing the nearby villages of Balgar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balgar.

Padageri Kangod Hannondugudde Ajjibal Karoor Jaganalli Bislakoppa Baroor Kulve Gadihalli Shivalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Balgar

Where is Balgar located?
Balgar village is situated in Sirsi Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balgar is Kangod (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balgar?
The pincode of Balgar is 581340, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balgar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balgar is 142, with 70 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Balgar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balgar village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balgar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balgar is 90.14%. The male literacy rate is 91.43%, while the female literacy rate is 88.89%.