Belkera
Belkera is a village located in Homnabad taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Homnabad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Belkera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belkera unique in its vibrant Homnabad-Bidar region. You’ll see Belkera’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 Belkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkera is 600322. The village spans a total geographical area of 1649.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585412. Chitgoppa is nearest town to Belkera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Belkera 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 Bidar South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Belkera
Population of Belkera
According to the 2011 Census, Belkera has a total population of about 2,932, with approximately 1,473 males and 1,459 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 766 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 882. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.40%, with male literacy at about 56.75% and female literacy near 39.96%. There are around 537 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,932 | 1,473 | 1,459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 200 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 390 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 882 | 454 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 836 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,513 | 637 | 876 |
Connectivity of Belkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkera. As per the 2011 stats, Belkera 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkera
- Where is Belkera located?
- Belkera village is situated in Homnabad Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkera?
- Belkera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belkera?
- The pincode of Belkera is 585412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkera is 2,932, with 1,473 males and 1,459 females.
- How many households are there in Belkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkera village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkera is 48.40%. The male literacy rate is 56.75%, while the female literacy rate is 39.96%.