Betasur - Savadatti, Belagavi
Betasur is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from Parasgad and around 96 km from Belgaum. Betasur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betasur is 598248. The village covers a total geographical area of 2681.43 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Betasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betasur
According to the 2011 Census, Betasur village had a total population of 4,004 people, including 2,028 males and 1,976 females, living in 782 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.57%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 58.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,004 | 2,028 | 1,976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 282 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 132 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,394 | 1,396 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,610 | 632 | 978 |
Nearby Villages of Betasur
Betasur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yadravi | West | 2.82 km |
| Ugaragol | East | 3.04 km |
| Renukanagar | North | 5.36 km |
| Hirekumbi | East | 6.21 km |
| Hireulligeri | South-West | 6.37 km |
| Dhaderkoppa | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Saundatti (rural) | West | 7.13 km |
| Harlapur | North-East | 7.61 km |
| Dugabal | North-East | 7.74 km |
| Kuravinakoppa | North | 8.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Betasur
Betasur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amargol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Betasur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Betasur is about 96 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 Betasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betasur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Betasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betasur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Betasur
Where is Betasur located?
Betasur village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betasur?
Betasur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Betasur?
The pincode of Betasur is 591126.
What is the population of Betasur?
Betasur had a total population of 4,004, including 2,028 males and 1,976 females.
How many households are there in Betasur?
Betasur had 782 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betasur was 69.57%. Male literacy was 79.95% and female literacy was 58.88%.