Belathur - Maddur, Mandya
Belathur is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Hosakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belathur is 614535. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.99 hectares and falls under the 571419 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Belathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belathur
As per Census 2011, Belathur village has a total population of 2,139 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,082 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,336 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,139 | 1,057 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,336 | 738 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 319 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Belathur
Belathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampura | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Lakkasandra | South | 1.87 km |
| Shankarapura | East | 1.91 km |
| Besagarahalli | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Sollepura | South | 2.21 km |
| Danayakanapura | West | 2.43 km |
| Chunchegowdanadoddi | West | 2.80 km |
| Volagarehalli | South | 2.81 km |
| Kothana Halli | East | 2.88 km |
| Haralahalli | North | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belathur
Belathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Belathur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Belathur is about 33 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 Belathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belathur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Belathur
Where is Belathur located?
Belathur village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Belathur is Hosakere.
What is the pincode of Belathur?
The pincode of Belathur is 571419.
What is the population of Belathur?
Belathur has a total population of 2,139, including 1,057 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Belathur?
There are 506 households in Belathur.
What is the literacy rate in Belathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belathur is 62.46%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 55.27%.