How many villages are listed for Bijapur district?
Bijapur district has 692 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 5 taluks in Karnataka.
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Bijapur District Village Directory
The Bijapur district village directory covers 692 Census 2011 village records across 5 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, Bijapur district has 679 inhabited villages, 13 uninhabited village entries, 1,675,353 people and 309,751 households, with 1,026,966 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Muddebihal has the most village records; Almel is the largest listed village by population; Managuli has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 679 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 673 villages, all-weather road is reported for 616 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records.
Local Admin Units5
Villages692
Population1,675,353
Households309,751
Area (ha)1,026,965.96
Taluks in Bijapur
The taluk-wise table compares 5 taluks in Bijapur district using Census 2011 village records. Muddebihal has 153 villages, about 22% of the district list. Bijapur has the largest listed village population at 393,648 people.
| Taluk | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basavana Bagevadi | 05452 | 125 | 18% | 98% | 315,523 | 19% | 2,524 | 60,490 | 184,745.97 | 18% | 170.8 | Kolhar (Old) |
| Bijapur | 05449 | 131 | 19% | 99% | 393,648 | 23% | 3,005 | 72,613 | 256,099.13 | 25% | 153.7 | Tikota |
| Indi | 05450 | 133 | 19% | 97% | 382,952 | 23% | 2,879 | 71,490 | 219,766.56 | 21% | 174.3 | Chadchan |
| Muddebihal | 05453 | 153 | 22% | 97% | 224,781 | 13% | 1,469 | 40,905 | 148,855.18 | 14% | 151 | Nalatawad |
| Sindgi | 05451 | 150 | 22% | 99% | 358,449 | 21% | 2,39 | 64,253 | 217,499.12 | 21% | 164.8 | Almel |
Taluks with the most village records
Muddebihal, Sindgi and Indi are the taluks with the most village records in Bijapur district. Muddebihal ranks first with 153 villages, 224,781 people and 151 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 | Muddebihal | 153 | 22% | 224,781 | 13% | 148,855.18 | 14% |
| 2 | Sindgi | 150 | 22% | 358,449 | 21% | 217,499.12 | 21% |
| 3 | Indi | 133 | 19% | 382,952 | 23% | 219,766.56 | 21% |
| 4 | Bijapur | 131 | 19% | 393,648 | 23% | 256,099.13 | 25% |
| 5 | Basavana Bagevadi | 125 | 18% | 315,523 | 19% | 184,745.97 | 18% |
Largest Villages by Population
Almel is the highest-population village listed for Bijapur district, with 18,667 people and 3,244 households. That is 1.1% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 5.8. The nearest town is Sindgi; 20.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Almel | 18,667 | 1.1% | 3,244 | 5.8 | 6,325.66 | 295.1 | Sindgi | 20.0 |
| 2 | Kolhar (Old) | 16,568 | 1% | 3,154 | 5.3 | 4,700.72 | 352.5 | Bilgi | 10.0 |
| 3 | Devara Hippargi | 16,554 | 1% | 2,899 | 5.7 | 6,511.66 | 254.2 | Sindgi | 25.0 |
| 4 | Chadchan | 15,542 | 0.9% | 2,971 | 5.2 | 3,846.08 | 404.1 | Mangalvedhe (Maharastra) | 26.0 |
| 5 | Nidagundi | 15,291 | 0.9% | 3,034 | 5 | 2,644.22 | 578.3 | Muddebihal | 22.0 |
| 6 | Managuli | 15,109 | 0.9% | 3,073 | 4.9 | 15,959.26 | 94.7 | Basavana Bagevadi | 20.0 |
| 7 | Nalatawad | 13,150 | 0.8% | 2,528 | 5.2 | 6,784.63 | 193.8 | Muddebihal | 20.0 |
| 8 | Salotgi | 12,970 | 0.8% | 2,468 | 5.3 | 6,156.74 | 210.7 | Indi | 8.0 |
| 9 | Tikota | 11,984 | 0.7% | 2,235 | 5.4 | 4,678.09 | 256.2 | Bijapur | 21.0 |
| 10 | Tamba | 10,707 | 0.6% | 2,097 | 5.1 | 5,541.17 | 193.2 | Indi | 20.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Managuli has the largest recorded village area in Bijapur district at 15,959.26 hectares. It represents 1.6% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 94.7 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 | Managuli | 15,959.26 | 1.6% | 15,109 | 94.7 | 3,073 | 0.19 | Basavana Bagevadi | 20.0 |
| 2 | Kanamadi | 9,649.64 | 0.9% | 10,080 | 104.5 | 1,960 | 0.2 | Bijapur | 40.0 |
| 3 | Kakhandaki | 8,045 | 0.8% | 7,038 | 87.5 | 1,224 | 0.15 | Bijapur | 33.0 |
| 4 | Honawad | 7,959.36 | 0.8% | 8,942 | 112.3 | 1,845 | 0.23 | Bijapur | 31.0 |
| 5 | Ukkali | 7,584.75 | 0.7% | 8,519 | 112.3 | 1,759 | 0.23 | Bijapur | 20.0 |
| 6 | Sindgi (Rural) * | 7,218.38 | 0.7% | 791 | 11 | 151 | 0.02 | Sindgi | 3.0 |
| 7 | Nalatawad | 6,784.63 | 0.7% | 13,150 | 193.8 | 2,528 | 0.37 | Muddebihal | 20.0 |
| 8 | Babaleshwar | 6,712 | 0.7% | 10,645 | 158.6 | 2,133 | 0.32 | Bijapur | 22.0 |
| 9 | Kudari Salawadgi | 6,604.72 | 0.6% | 8,128 | 123.1 | 1,476 | 0.22 | Basavana Bagevadi | 17.0 |
| 10 | Devara Hippargi | 6,511.66 | 0.6% | 16,554 | 254.2 | 2,899 | 0.45 | Sindgi | 25.0 |
Population Summary
Bijapur district's village records list 1,675,353 people in 309,751 households. The average household size is 5.4. The listed village population density is 163.1 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village2,421
Average Household Size5.4
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km163.1
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population1,675,353
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Bijapur district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 5 CD blocks, 197 Gram Panchayats and 10 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Afzalpur, Basavana Bagevadi and Bijapur.
CD Blocks Reported5
Gram Panchayats Reported197
Nearest Town Names Reported10
CD blocks reported: Basavana Bagevadi, Bijapur, Indi, Muddebihal, Sindgi.
Gram Panchayats reported: Advi Somnal, Agarkhed, Aheri, Ahirasang, Ainapur, Aliyabad, Almatti, Almel, Alur, Anjutagi, Arakeri, Arasangi and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Bijapur district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 679 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 673 villages (97% of district records), all-weather road in 616 villages (89% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and All-weather Road, 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 | 679 | 679 | — | 98.12 |
| Mobile Coverage | 673 | 679 | — | 97.25 |
| All-Weather Road | 616 | 679 | — | 89.02 |
| PDS Shop | 613 | 679 | — | 88.58 |
Median Nearest Town Distance20 km
Villages within 5 km23
Villages over 25 km193
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 23 | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Km | 82 | 12% |
| 10-25 Km | 380 | 56% |
| Over 25 Km | 193 | 28% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Bijapur villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 678 villages, with an average of 20.48 km and a median of 20 km. 23 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 193 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 | 678 | 20.48 | 56 | Animadu | Sindgi |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Bijapur district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 23 data fields and 15,724 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 | 4,144 | 2,768 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 2,048 | 1,369 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 2,063 | 2,037 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 5,432 | 1,804 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 1,358 | 1,289 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 679 | 613 |
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 Bijapur district?
Muddebihal has the most village records in Bijapur district, with 153 entries. This is 22% of the district list, with 224,781 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Bijapur district?
Almel is the highest-population village shown for Bijapur district, with 18,667 people and 3,244 households. It accounts for 1.1% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Bijapur district?
Managuli has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Bijapur district, at 15,959.26 hectares. It represents 1.6% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Bijapur district villages?
The population summary includes 1,675,353 people, 309,751 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 5.4 and population density is 163.1 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Bijapur district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 679 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 673 villages (97% of district records), all-weather road in 616 villages (89% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
How do I find a Census village code in Bijapur 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 Bijapur 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 Bijapur 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.