Belur - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Belur is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 43 km from Muddebihal and around 106 km from Bijapur. Kodaganur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belur is 599706. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.77 hectares and falls under the 586214 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Belur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belur
According to the 2011 Census, Belur village had a total population of 491 people, including 253 males and 238 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.68%, with male literacy at 74.88% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 253 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 155 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 98 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Belur
Belur 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 Belur
Public transport in the Belur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talikota to Belur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Belur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belur
Where is Belur located?
Belur village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belur?
The Gram Panchayat of Belur is Kodaganur.
What is the pincode of Belur?
The pincode of Belur is 586214.
What is the population of Belur?
Belur had a total population of 491, including 253 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Belur?
Belur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belur was 61.68%. Male literacy was 74.88% and female literacy was 47.06%.