Balikre
Balikre is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kapashi Balikre is the gram panchayat of Balikre village.
Here you can discover what makes Balikre unique in its vibrant Kagal-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Balikre’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balikre
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balikre is 567736. The village spans a total geographical area of 391.54 hectares. Nipani(karnataka) is nearest town to Balikre village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Balikre
Population of Balikre
According to the 2011 Census, Balikre has a total population of about 710, with approximately 354 males and 356 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.31%, with male literacy at about 80.23% and female literacy near 56.46%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balikre's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 710 | 354 | 356 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 70 | 79 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 485 | 284 | 201 |
Illiterate Population | 225 | 70 | 155 |
Connectivity of Balikre
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balikre. As per the 2011 stats, Balikre had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balikre
Knowing the nearby villages of Balikre helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balikre.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balikre
- Where is Balikre located?
- Balikre village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balikre?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balikre is Kapashi Balikre (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Balikre as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikre is 710, with 354 males and 356 females.
- How many households are there in Balikre as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balikre village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balikre as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikre is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.23%, while the female literacy rate is 56.46%.