Belalu - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Belalu is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Belalu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belalu is 617673. The village covers a total geographical area of 2792.42 hectares and falls under the 574240 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Belalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belalu
As per Census 2011, Belalu village has a total population of 4,608 people, consisting of 2,294 males and 2,314 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,319 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,608 | 2,294 | 2,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 255 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 257 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 211 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 3,319 | 1,779 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 515 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Belalu
Belalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koyyur | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Patrame | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Bandaru | South | 4.99 km |
| Dharmasthala | North-East | 5.02 km |
| Ujire | North | 6.19 km |
| Kaniyooru | South-West | 7.33 km |
| Kalamanja | North-East | 7.48 km |
| Nyayatarpu | West | 7.55 km |
| Kaliya | West | 7.64 km |
| Nidle | East | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belalu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Belalu. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Belalu is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Belalu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Belalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belalu
Where is Belalu located?
Belalu village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belalu?
Belalu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belalu?
The pincode of Belalu is 574240.
What is the population of Belalu?
Belalu has a total population of 4,608, including 2,294 males and 2,314 females.
How many households are there in Belalu?
There are 930 households in Belalu.
What is the literacy rate in Belalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belalu is 72.03%. Male literacy is 77.55% and female literacy is 66.55%.