Village code 607813

Baluru Village, Shikarpur Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population

Baluru is a village in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Baluru village map in Karnataka
Baluru village map image for Shikarpur Taluk, Karnataka.

Village Overview

Baluru is a village in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. For Baluru, the population is 1,703, PIN code is 577427 and Census village code is 607813. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Baluru village
Village code607813
PIN code577427
Population1,703
Households367
Area1,435.56 ha / 14.36 sq. km / 3,547 acres
Population density119 people per sq. km
Sex ratio935 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townShikarpur (16 km)
Current stateKarnataka
Census 2011 stateKarnataka
Current districtShimoga
Census 2011 districtShimoga

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 577427. This helps users verify the postal area for Baluru, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Baluru village
PIN code577427
Post offices linked with this PINShikaripur S.O, Amatekoppa B.O, Ambaragoppa B.O, Baganakatte B.O, Begur(Shikaripur) B.O, and Bhadrapura B.O
Best matching post officeShikaripur S.O (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtShivamogga
Postal stateKarnataka
Postal divisionShivamogga Division
Postal circleKarnataka Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Baluru comes under Jakkinakoppa gram panchayat and Shikarpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Shikarpur at 16 km. The Census district headquarters, Shimoga, is 71 km away.

Administrative details for Baluru
Current stateKarnataka
Census 2011 stateKarnataka
Current districtShimoga
Census 2011 districtShimoga
State code29
District code568
Taluk / Census sub-district code5517
C.D. Block code85
Block panchayat code85

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Baluru village and its household count.

Total population

1,703 residents in 367 households

Male population

880

Female population

823

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 1,499; Scheduled Tribes: 29

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Baluru
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Baluru
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayAvailable
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Baluru
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Baluru
Net area sown683.80 hectares
Irrigated area10.08 hectares
Unirrigated area673.72 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area10.08 hectares
Forest area644.38 hectares
Main cropMaize

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Baluru
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Hosuru, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Hosuru, within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Baluru

Shikarpur (16 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Shikarpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Baluru
Nearest major townShikarpur (16 km)
Taluk headquartersShikarpur (16 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Baluru. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Baluru
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage Covered with Tiles SlabsAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Baluru village located?

Baluru is located in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Shimoga.

Which Taluk is Baluru in?

Baluru is in Shikarpur Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Baluru in?

District: Shimoga.

What is the village code of Baluru?

The Census village code of Baluru is 607813.

What is the PIN code of Baluru?

The PIN code reported for Baluru is 577427.

What is the population of Baluru?

Baluru has 1,703 residents in 367 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Baluru part of?

Baluru comes under Jakkinakoppa gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Baluru?

The nearest statutory town to Baluru is Shikarpur (16 km).

Which crops are grown in Baluru?

The main crops reported for Baluru are Maize.

What land-use details are available for Baluru?

Land-use details for Baluru include net area sown: 683.80 hectares, irrigated area: 10.08 hectares, and unirrigated area: 673.72 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Baluru?

Government primary school status for Baluru is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Baluru?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Baluru?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Baluru?

The total geographical area of Baluru is 1,435.56 hectares.

How many households are in Baluru?

Baluru has 367 households as per Census 2011.

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