Belur
Belur is a village located in Badami taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Badami (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Belur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belur unique in its vibrant Badami-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Belur’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 Belur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belur is 598766. The village spans a total geographical area of 1072.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587114. Badami is nearest town to Belur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Belur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badami Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Belur
Population of Belur
According to the 2011 Census, Belur has a total population of about 5,481, with approximately 2,726 males and 2,755 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 680 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 555. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.42%, with male literacy at about 73.55% and female literacy near 55.39%. There are around 1,105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,481 | 2,726 | 2,755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 350 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 | 541 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 555 | 255 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 3,531 | 2,005 | 1,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,950 | 721 | 1,229 |
Connectivity of Belur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belur. As per the 2011 stats, Belur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belur
Knowing the nearby villages of Belur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belur
- Where is Belur located?
- Belur village is situated in Badami Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belur?
- Belur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belur?
- The pincode of Belur is 587114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belur is 5,481, with 2,726 males and 2,755 females.
- How many households are there in Belur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belur village has a total of 1,105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belur is 64.42%. The male literacy rate is 73.55%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.