Belimallur - Honnali, Davanagere
Belimallur is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Belimalluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belimallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belimallur is 606785. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.52 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Belimallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belimallur
As per Census 2011, Belimallur village has a total population of 3,340 people, consisting of 1,725 males and 1,615 females. The village has 717 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 1,491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belimallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,340 | 1,725 | 1,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 204 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 215 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,078 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,491 | 647 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Belimallur
Belimallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konayakanahalli | West | 2.22 km |
| Gollarahalli | South | 2.26 km |
| Kotemallur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Anjanapura | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Balleshwara | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Devarahonnali | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Masadi | East | 3.45 km |
| Honnali(rural) | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Devanayakanahalli | South | 4.05 km |
| Narasimhapura | North-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belimallur
Belimallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Honnali to Belimallur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Belimallur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belimallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belimallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belimallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belimallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Belimallur
Where is Belimallur located?
Belimallur village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belimallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Belimallur is Belimalluru.
What is the pincode of Belimallur?
The pincode of Belimallur is 577217.
What is the population of Belimallur?
Belimallur has a total population of 3,340, including 1,725 males and 1,615 females.
How many households are there in Belimallur?
There are 717 households in Belimallur.
What is the literacy rate in Belimallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belimallur is 55.36%. Male literacy is 62.49% and female literacy is 47.74%.