Bagalur - Almel, Vijayapura
Bagalur is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Sindgi and around 90 km from Bijapur. Bagalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagalur is 599320. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.82 hectares and falls under the 586123 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bagalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagalur
As per Census 2011, Bagalur village has a total population of 2,858 people, consisting of 1,480 males and 1,378 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,465 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,858 | 1,480 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 215 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 259 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 907 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 573 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Bagalur
Bagalur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bagalur
Bagalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Bagalur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Bagalur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagalur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagalur
Where is Bagalur located?
Bagalur village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagalur?
Bagalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagalur?
The pincode of Bagalur is 586123.
What is the population of Bagalur?
Bagalur has a total population of 2,858, including 1,480 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Bagalur?
There are 514 households in Bagalur.
What is the literacy rate in Bagalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagalur is 51.26%. Male literacy is 61.28% and female literacy is 40.49%.