Beloor - Kundapura, Udupi
Beloor is a village situated in the Kundapura taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundapura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Belooru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beloor is 608732. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.25 hectares and falls under the 576221 pincode. Kundapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beloor
As per Census 2011, Beloor village has a total population of 3,340 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,817 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,385 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,340 | 1,523 | 1,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,181 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 342 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Beloor
Beloor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achalady | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kedoor | North | 2.22 km |
| Giliyar | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Ulthoor | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Vaddarse | South | 3.26 km |
| Bannady | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Korgi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Heskathoor | East | 4.19 km |
| Kavadi | South | 4.34 km |
| Shiriyara | East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beloor
Beloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barkur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundapur to Beloor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Beloor 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 Beloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beloor
Where is Beloor located?
Beloor village is located in Kundapura Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Beloor is Belooru.
What is the pincode of Beloor?
The pincode of Beloor is 576221.
What is the population of Beloor?
Beloor has a total population of 3,340, including 1,523 males and 1,817 females.
How many households are there in Beloor?
There are 708 households in Beloor.
What is the literacy rate in Beloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beloor is 71.41%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 66.26%.