Besagur

Besagur is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Ponnappasanthe is the gram panchayat of Besagur village.

Besagur has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Besagur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Besagur is 618084. The village spans a total geographical area of 676.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571216. Virajpet is nearest town to Besagur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Besagur

Below is a concise population overview of Besagur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 878 433 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 39 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 188 81 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 246 115 131
Literate Population 553 288 265
Illiterate Population 325 145 180

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Besagur village:

  • The total population of Besagur village is around 878, including approximately 433 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Besagur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Besagur village has 188 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 246 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Besagur village is about 62.98%, with male literacy at 66.51% and female literacy at 59.55%.
  • There are around 231 households in Besagur village.

Connectivity of Besagur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Besagur. As per the 2011 stats, Besagur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Besagur

Knowing the nearby villages of Besagur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Besagur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Besagur

Where is Besagur located?
Besagur village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Besagur?
The Gram Panchayat of Besagur is Ponnappasanthe (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Besagur?
The pincode of Besagur is 571216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Besagur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Besagur is 878, with 433 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Besagur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Besagur village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Besagur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Besagur is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 66.51%, while the female literacy rate is 59.55%.