Begur
Begur is a village located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Begur village is also a gram panchayat.
Begur has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Begur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Begur is 609304. The village spans a total geographical area of 605.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577550. Hosdurga is nearest town to Begur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Begur 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 Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Begur
Population of Begur
Below is a concise population overview of Begur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 400 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 311 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 89 | 153 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Begur village:
- The total population of Begur village is around 827, including approximately 400 males and 427 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Begur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Begur village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Begur village is about 70.74%, with male literacy at 77.75% and female literacy at 64.17%.
- There are around 218 households in Begur village.
Connectivity of Begur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Begur. As per the 2011 stats, Begur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Begur
Knowing the nearby villages of Begur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Begur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Begur
- Where is Begur located?
- Begur village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Begur?
- Begur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Begur?
- The pincode of Begur is 577550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Begur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Begur is 827, with 400 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Begur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Begur village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Begur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Begur is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 77.75%, while the female literacy rate is 64.17%.