Badaladuku - Kudligi, Vijayanagara
Badaladuku is a village situated in the Kudligi taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from Kudligi and around 85 km from Bellary. Badeladaku serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaladuku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaladuku is 605078. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.55 hectares and falls under the 583135 pincode. Kudligi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badaladuku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudligi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaladuku
As per Census 2011, Badaladuku village has a total population of 5,410 people, consisting of 2,758 males and 2,652 females. The village has 918 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 966 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,723 literate and 2,687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 949 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaladuku are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,410 | 2,758 | 2,652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 966 | 499 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,390 | 699 | 691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 949 | 469 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 2,723 | 1,616 | 1,107 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,687 | 1,142 | 1,545 |
Nearby Villages of Badaladuku
Badaladuku 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuppinakeri | North | 3.65 km |
| Nagalapura | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Moraba | East | 4.00 km |
| Gajapura | West | 4.27 km |
| Kudligi | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Chowdapura | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Chiribi | South-West | 7.36 km |
| Ammanakeri | East | 7.42 km |
| C.imadapura | South | 8.04 km |
| Kyasanakere | South-East | 8.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaladuku
Badaladuku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotturu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kudligi to Badaladuku is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Badaladuku is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaladuku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaladuku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badaladuku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaladuku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badaladuku
Where is Badaladuku located?
Badaladuku village is located in Kudligi Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaladuku?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaladuku is Badeladaku.
What is the pincode of Badaladuku?
The pincode of Badaladuku is 583135.
What is the population of Badaladuku?
Badaladuku has a total population of 5,410, including 2,758 males and 2,652 females.
How many households are there in Badaladuku?
There are 918 households in Badaladuku.
What is the literacy rate in Badaladuku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaladuku is 50.33%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 41.74%.