Beldona - Chippagiri, Kurnool
Beldona is a village situated in the Chippagiri mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chippagiri and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Beldona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beldona is 594431. The village covers a total geographical area of 2726 hectares and falls under the 518396 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Beldona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beldona
As per Census 2011, Beldona village has a total population of 3,058 people, consisting of 1,530 males and 1,528 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 1,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beldona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,058 | 1,530 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 320 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 871 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 659 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Beldona
Beldona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmapuram | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Kundanagurthi | East | 4.76 km |
| Yerur | South | 5.37 km |
| Ramadurgam | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Chippagiri | South-East | 6.45 km |
| Nagaradona | North | 7.10 km |
| Nemakal | North-East | 7.59 km |
| Degalahal | South-West | 7.76 km |
| Kaminahal | West | 7.97 km |
| Kokkarachedu | South-West | 9.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beldona
Beldona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bantanahal, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntakal to Beldona is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Beldona is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beldona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beldona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beldona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beldona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beldona
Where is Beldona located?
Beldona village is located in Chippagiri Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beldona?
Beldona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beldona?
The pincode of Beldona is 518396.
What is the population of Beldona?
Beldona has a total population of 3,058, including 1,530 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Beldona?
There are 617 households in Beldona.
What is the literacy rate in Beldona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldona is 46.96%. Male literacy is 56.93% and female literacy is 36.98%.