Belwalakoppa - Shiggaon, Haveri
Belwalakoppa is a village situated in the Shiggaon taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shiggaon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Kyalakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belwalakoppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwalakoppa is 603914. The village covers a total geographical area of 751.46 hectares and falls under the 581205 pincode. Shiggaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Belwalakoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shiggaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belwalakoppa
As per Census 2011, Belwalakoppa village has a total population of 2,401 people, consisting of 1,253 males and 1,148 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,702 literate and 699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belwalakoppa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,401 | 1,253 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 159 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,702 | 965 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 288 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Belwalakoppa
Belwalakoppa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikbendigeri | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Surapgatti | South | 2.35 km |
| Ingalagi | North | 2.49 km |
| Hirebendigeri | West | 2.88 km |
| Panigatti | East | 3.24 km |
| Kyalkond | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Mattigatti | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Belagali | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kabanur | South | 4.21 km |
| Chikmanakatti | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belwalakoppa
Belwalakoppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Shiggaon to Belwalakoppa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Belwalakoppa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belwalakoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belwalakoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belwalakoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belwalakoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belwalakoppa
Where is Belwalakoppa located?
Belwalakoppa village is located in Shiggaon Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belwalakoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Belwalakoppa is Kyalakonda.
What is the pincode of Belwalakoppa?
The pincode of Belwalakoppa is 581205.
What is the population of Belwalakoppa?
Belwalakoppa has a total population of 2,401, including 1,253 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Belwalakoppa?
There are 483 households in Belwalakoppa.
What is the literacy rate in Belwalakoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwalakoppa is 70.89%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 64.20%.