Badaga Bellur - Bantval, Dakshina Kannada
Badaga Bellur is a village situated in the Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bantval and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Badagabelluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaga Bellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaga Bellur is 617554. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.64 hectares and falls under the 574219 pincode. Bantval is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badaga Bellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bantval Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaga Bellur
As per Census 2011, Badaga Bellur village has a total population of 3,874 people, consisting of 1,855 males and 2,019 females. The village has 800 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,832 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaga Bellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,874 | 1,855 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,832 | 1,454 | 1,378 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 401 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Badaga Bellur
Badaga Bellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tenkabellur | South | 2.23 km |
| Muthuru | North | 2.71 km |
| Kolavooru | North | 2.71 km |
| Kariyangala (ct) | West | 2.77 km |
| Kuriyala | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Arala | East | 3.18 km |
| Ammunje | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Mogaru | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Killenjaru | North | 4.40 km |
| Tankaulipady | West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaga Bellur
Badaga Bellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Faringapete Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantval to Badaga Bellur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Badaga Bellur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaga Bellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaga Bellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badaga Bellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaga Bellur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badaga Bellur
Where is Badaga Bellur located?
Badaga Bellur village is located in Bantval Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaga Bellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaga Bellur is Badagabelluru.
What is the pincode of Badaga Bellur?
The pincode of Badaga Bellur is 574219.
What is the population of Badaga Bellur?
Badaga Bellur has a total population of 3,874, including 1,855 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Badaga Bellur?
There are 800 households in Badaga Bellur.
What is the literacy rate in Badaga Bellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaga Bellur is 73.10%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 68.25%.