Bellary
Bellary is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Bellary district is 8,461 km², which includes 8,048.73 km² of rural area and 412.27 km² of urban area. There are about 522 villages in Bellary district.
For administrative convenience, Bellary district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 7 talukas in Bellary district. Here is the list of all Bellary Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Bellary District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bellary | 1,689 | 7,70,929 |
| 2 | Hadagalli | 948 | 1,95,219 |
| 3 | Hagaribommanahalli | 1,012 | 1,88,238 |
| 4 | Hospet | 934 | 4,59,991 |
| 5 | Kudligi | 1,593 | 3,08,901 |
| 6 | Sandur | 1,245 | 2,60,213 |
| 7 | Siruguppa | 1,040 | 2,69,104 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bellary is the largest taluka in bellary district by both area and population. Hospet is the smallest taluka in bellary district by area, while Hagaribommanahalli is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bellary | Bellary |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hospet | Hospet |
Population of Bellary District
The population of Bellary offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Bellary, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,52,595 | 15,32,356 | 9,20,239 |
| Total Male Population | 12,36,954 | 7,74,093 | 4,62,861 |
| Total Female Population | 12,15,641 | 7,58,263 | 4,57,378 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,44,152 | 2,22,971 | 1,21,181 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,75,543 | 1,13,910 | 61,633 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,68,609 | 1,09,061 | 59,548 |
| Literate Population | 14,21,621 | 8,09,312 | 6,12,309 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,13,440 | 4,78,100 | 3,35,340 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,08,181 | 3,31,212 | 2,76,969 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,30,974 | 7,23,044 | 3,07,930 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,23,514 | 2,95,993 | 1,27,521 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,07,460 | 4,27,051 | 1,80,409 |
| Households | 4,89,118 | 2,95,258 | 1,93,860 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bellary district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bellary district is 24,52,595, including 12,36,954 males and 12,15,641 females. In rural areas, it is 15,32,356, including 7,74,093 males and 7,58,263 females. In urban areas, it is 9,20,239, including 4,62,861 males and 4,57,378 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bellary district is 3,44,152, including 1,75,543 boys and 1,68,609 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,22,971, including 1,13,910 boys and 1,09,061 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,21,181, including 61,633 boys and 59,548 girls.
- Literate population in Bellary district is around 14,21,621, including 8,13,440 males and 6,08,181 females. In rural areas, it is 8,09,312, including 4,78,100 males and 3,31,212 females. In urban areas, it is 6,12,309, including 3,35,340 males and 2,76,969 females.
- Illiterate population in Bellary district is about 10,30,974, including 4,23,514 males and 6,07,460 females. In rural areas, it is 7,23,044, including 2,95,993 males and 4,27,051 females. In urban areas, it is 3,07,930, including 1,27,521 males and 1,80,409 females.
- There are about 4,89,118 households in Bellary district, including 2,95,258 in rural areas and 1,93,860 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bellary. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 5,17,409 | 3,66,016 | 1,51,393 |
| SC Male Population | 2,58,582 | 1,83,550 | 75,032 |
| SC Female Population | 2,58,827 | 1,82,466 | 76,361 |
| Total ST Population | 4,51,406 | 3,34,131 | 1,17,275 |
| ST Male Population | 2,25,451 | 1,67,653 | 57,798 |
| ST Female Population | 2,25,955 | 1,66,478 | 59,477 |
| Population Density | 290 / km² | 190 / km² | 2,232 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bellary district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bellary district is approximately 5,17,409, including 2,58,582 males and 2,58,827 females. In rural areas, it is 3,66,016, including 1,83,550 males and 1,82,466 females. In urban areas, it is 1,51,393, including 75,032 males and 76,361 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bellary district is about 4,51,406, including 2,25,451 males and 2,25,955 females. In rural areas, it is 3,34,131, including 1,67,653 males and 1,66,478 females. In urban areas, it is 1,17,275, including 57,798 males and 59,477 females.
- Overall population density of Bellary district is around 290 people per km². Rural areas have about 190 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,232 people per km².