How many villages are listed for Bangalore district?
Bangalore district has 588 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 4 taluks in Karnataka.
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Bangalore District Village Directory
The Bangalore district village directory covers 588 Census 2011 village records across 4 taluks in Karnataka. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Bangalore district has 562 inhabited villages, 26 uninhabited village entries, 871,607 people and 213,207 households, with 140,146 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Anekal has the most village records; Thirupalya is the largest listed village by population; Badamanavarthekaval has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 562 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 562 villages, all-weather road is reported for 504 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records.
Local Admin Units4
Villages588
Population871,607
Households213,207
Area (ha)140,146.11
Taluks in Bangalore
The taluk-wise table compares 4 taluks in Bangalore district using Census 2011 village records. Anekal has 227 villages, about 39% of the district list.
| Taluk | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anekal | 05545 | 227 | 39% | 97% | 352,425 | 40% | 1,553 | 88,680 | 49,250.44 | 35% | 715.6 | Thirupalya |
| Bangalore East | 05544 | 59 | 10% | 93% | 94,464 | 11% | 1,601 | 22,683 | 12,063.10 | 8.6% | 783.1 | Avalahalli |
| Bangalore North | 05542 | 199 | 34% | 95% | 270,195 | 31% | 1,358 | 64,913 | 46,291.11 | 33% | 583.7 | Bagalur |
| Bangalore South | 05543 | 103 | 18% | 94% | 154,523 | 18% | 1,5 | 36,931 | 32,541.46 | 23% | 474.8 | Kaggalipura |
Taluks with the most village records
Anekal, Bangalore North and Bangalore South are the taluks with the most village records in Bangalore district. Anekal ranks first with 227 villages, 352,425 people and 715.6 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and taluk comparison.
| Rank | Taluk | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anekal | 227 | 39% | 352,425 | 40% | 49,250.44 | 35% |
| 2 | Bangalore North | 199 | 34% | 270,195 | 31% | 46,291.11 | 33% |
| 3 | Bangalore South | 103 | 18% | 154,523 | 18% | 32,541.46 | 23% |
| 4 | Bangalore East | 59 | 10% | 94,464 | 11% | 12,063.10 | 8.6% |
Largest Villages by Population
Thirupalya is the highest-population village listed for Bangalore district, with 14,762 people and 4,251 households. That is 1.7% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 3.5. The nearest town is Bbmp; 12.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thirupalya | 14,762 | 1.7% | 4,251 | 3.5 | 98.80 | 14,941.3 | Bbmp | 12.0 |
| 2 | Kaggalipura | 12,452 | 1.4% | 3,012 | 4.1 | 939.18 | 1,325.8 | Bbmp | 24.0 |
| 3 | Bagalur | 10,320 | 1.2% | 2,140 | 4.8 | 916.59 | 1,125.9 | Bbmp | 9.0 |
| 4 | Kammasandra | 9,912 | 1.1% | 2,749 | 3.6 | 136.77 | 7,247.2 | Bbmp | 13.0 |
| 5 | Veerasandra | 9,190 | 1.1% | 2,595 | 3.5 | 159.75 | 5,752.7 | Bbmp | 10.0 |
| 6 | Madavara | 8,742 | 1% | 2,307 | 3.8 | 263.14 | 3,322.2 | Nelamangala | 12.0 |
| 7 | Kachohalli | 8,347 | 1% | 2,147 | 3.9 | 263.70 | 3,165.3 | Bbmp | 15.0 |
| 8 | Hesaraghatta | 8,166 | 0.9% | 2,002 | 4.1 | 630.36 | 1,295.5 | Bbmp | 18.0 |
| 9 | Bannerughatta | 8,054 | 0.9% | 2,092 | 3.8 | 1,027.32 | 784 | Bbmp | 20.0 |
| 10 | Agara | 7,758 | 0.9% | 1,886 | 4.1 | 781.92 | 992.2 | Bbmp | 26.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Badamanavarthekaval has the largest recorded village area in Bangalore district at 2,968.03 hectares. It represents 2.1% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 131.8 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badamanavarthekaval | 2,968.03 | 2.1% | 3,912 | 131.8 | 953 | 0.32 | Bbmp | 26.0 |
| 2 | Thammanaikanahalli | 2,125.31 | 1.5% | 2,527 | 118.9 | 549 | 0.26 | Anekal | 8.0 |
| 3 | Hesaraghatta Grass Farm | 1,189.82 | 0.8% | 41 | 3.4 | 8 | 0.01 | Nelamangala | 12.0 |
| 4 | Bannerughatta | 1,027.32 | 0.7% | 8,054 | 784 | 2,092 | 2.04 | Bbmp | 20.0 |
| 5 | Tavarekere | 955.56 | 0.7% | 6,989 | 731.4 | 1,663 | 1.74 | Nelamangala | 16.0 |
| 6 | Kaggalipura | 939.18 | 0.7% | 12,452 | 1,325.8 | 3,012 | 3.21 | Bbmp | 24.0 |
| 7 | Bagalur | 916.59 | 0.7% | 10,320 | 1,125.9 | 2,140 | 2.33 | Bbmp | 9.0 |
| 8 | Shivanahalli | 851.20 | 0.6% | 1,380 | 162.1 | 336 | 0.39 | Anekal | 24.0 |
| 9 | Agara | 781.92 | 0.6% | 7,758 | 992.2 | 1,886 | 2.41 | Bbmp | 26.0 |
| 10 | Mahanthalingapura | 756.01 | 0.5% | 2,751 | 363.9 | 622 | 0.82 | Anekal | 16.0 |
Population Summary
Bangalore district's village records list 871,607 people in 213,207 households. The average household size is 4.1. The listed village population density is 621.9 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village1,482
Average Household Size4.1
Inhabited Village %96%
Population Density / sq km621.9
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population871,607
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Bangalore district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 4 CD blocks, 122 Gram Panchayats and 8 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Anekal, Bbmp and Devanahalli.
CD Blocks Reported4
Gram Panchayats Reported122
Nearest Town Names Reported8
CD blocks reported: Anekal, Bangalore East, Bangalore North, Bangalore South.
Gram Panchayats reported: Agara, Alur, Arakere, Avalahalli, B.B.M.P., Bagalur, Ballur, Bandi Kodige Halli, Banneraghatta, Bannerughatta, Batta Ulsur, Bettahalasur and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Bangalore district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 562 villages (96% of district records), mobile coverage in 562 villages (96% of district records), all-weather road in 504 villages (86% of district records). Lower-count fields include Domestic Power Supply and PDS Shop, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 562 | 562 | — | 95.58 |
| Mobile Coverage | 562 | 562 | — | 95.58 |
| All-Weather Road | 504 | 562 | — | 85.71 |
| PDS Shop | 267 | 562 | — | 45.41 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 0 | 10 | — | 0 |
Median Nearest Town Distance13 km
Villages within 5 km63
Villages over 25 km19
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 63 | 11% |
| 5-10 Km | 157 | 28% |
| 10-25 Km | 322 | 57% |
| Over 25 Km | 19 | 3.4% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Bangalore villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 561 villages, with an average of 12.86 km and a median of 13 km. 63 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 19 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 561 | 12.86 | 35 | Sunkadakatte | Bbmp |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Bangalore district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 13,181 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 3,520 | 2,352 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 1,711 | 1,139 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 1,738 | 1,686 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 4,496 | 1,657 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 1,124 | 1,066 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 562 | 267 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 30 | 0 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
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- Banking Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which taluk has the most village records in Bangalore district?
Anekal has the most village records in Bangalore district, with 227 entries. This is 39% of the district list, with 352,425 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Bangalore district?
Thirupalya is the highest-population village shown for Bangalore district, with 14,762 people and 4,251 households. It accounts for 1.7% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Bangalore district?
Badamanavarthekaval has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Bangalore district, at 2,968.03 hectares. It represents 2.1% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Bangalore district villages?
The population summary includes 871,607 people, 213,207 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 4.1 and population density is 621.9 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Bangalore district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 562 villages (96% of district records), mobile coverage in 562 villages (96% of district records), all-weather road in 504 villages (86% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
How do I find a Census village code in Bangalore district?
Start from the taluk-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Bangalore district?
Use the official land-record portal for Karnataka, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, taluk, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Bangalore district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.