Begur - Kalghatgi, Dharwad
Begur is a village situated in the Kalghatgi taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalghatgi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Begur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begur is 602459. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.83 hectares and falls under the 581204 pincode. Kalghatgi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Begur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalghatgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begur
As per Census 2011, Begur village has a total population of 2,839 people, consisting of 1,488 males and 1,351 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,540 literate and 1,299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,839 | 1,488 | 1,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 211 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,540 | 887 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 601 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Begur
Begur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisaralli | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Dastikoppa | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Hullambi | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Dhulikoppa | North | 3.77 km |
| Tumarikoppa | West | 3.78 km |
| Shivanagar | North | 4.23 km |
| Ramanal | East | 4.58 km |
| Hirehonnihalli | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Madkihonnihalli | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Sangedevarkoppa | South-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begur
Begur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Navalur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 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 Kalghatgi to Begur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Begur is about 30 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 Begur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Begur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Begur
Where is Begur located?
Begur village is located in Kalghatgi Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begur?
Begur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begur?
The pincode of Begur is 581204.
What is the population of Begur?
Begur has a total population of 2,839, including 1,488 males and 1,351 females.
How many households are there in Begur?
There are 585 households in Begur.
What is the literacy rate in Begur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begur is 54.24%. Male literacy is 59.61% and female literacy is 48.33%.