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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Belur village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 253 males and 238 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 491, including 253 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Belur?
There are 76 households in Belur.
What is the literacy rate in Belur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belur is 49.49%. Male literacy is 61.26% and female literacy is 36.97%.