Betkur

Betkur is a village located in Bangarapet taluka of Kolar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Bangarpet (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kolar. As per 2009 stats, Hulkooru is the gram panchayat of Betkur village.

Betkur has its own place in the vibrant Kolar 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 Betkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Betkur is 622724. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 563116. Mulbagal is nearest town to Betkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Betkur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kolar gold field Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Betkur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 737 377 360
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 51 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 556 282 274
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 264 190
Illiterate Population 283 113 170

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

  • The total population of Betkur village is around 737, including approximately 377 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Betkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Betkur village has 556 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Betkur village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 70.03% and female literacy at 52.78%.
  • There are around 155 households in Betkur village.

Connectivity of Betkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Betkur. As per the 2011 stats, Betkur 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Betkur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Betkur

Where is Betkur located?
Betkur village is situated in Bangarapet Taluka, within the Kolar district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Betkur is Hulkooru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Betkur?
The pincode of Betkur is 563116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Betkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Betkur is 737, with 377 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Betkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Betkur village has a total of 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Betkur is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.03%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.