Islampur - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Islampur is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Islampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islampur is 599768. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.4 hectares and falls under the 585331 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Islampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Islampur
As per Census 2011, Islampur village has a total population of 2,584 people, consisting of 1,307 males and 1,277 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 1,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 830 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 612 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Islampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,584 | 1,307 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 181 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 830 | 426 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 310 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 849 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 458 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Islampur
Islampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handriyal (kalyan) | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Mangrool | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Rajeshwar | East | 3.14 km |
| Koudihal (sadak) | West | 4.01 km |
| Tadola | North | 4.06 km |
| Lingadhalli | South | 4.47 km |
| Nirgudi | West | 5.22 km |
| Ghoga | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Yerbagh | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Sungahana | South-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Islampur
Islampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Islampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Islampur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Islampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islampur 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 Islampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islampur 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 Islampur
Where is Islampur located?
Islampur village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Islampur?
Islampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Islampur?
The pincode of Islampur is 585331.
What is the population of Islampur?
Islampur has a total population of 2,584, including 1,307 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Islampur?
There are 461 households in Islampur.
What is the literacy rate in Islampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Islampur is 57.62%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 50.12%.