Begur
About Begur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Begur village is 609304. Begur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 605.84 hectares. Begur has a total population of 827 peoples, out of which male population is 400 while female population is 427. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1067 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of begur village is 70.74% out of which 77.75% males and 64.17% females are literate. There are about 218 houses in begur village. Pincode of begur village locality is 577550.
When it comes to administration, Begur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Begur village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Hosdurga is nearest town to begur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Begur
The population details of Begur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 400 | 427 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 311 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 89 | 153 |
Connectivity of Begur
| 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 |
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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%.