Belkund
Belkund is a village located in Athner tehsil of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Athner (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Betul. As per 2009 stats, Belkund village is also a gram panchayat.
Belkund has its own place in the vibrant Betul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Belkund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkund is 485499. The village spans a total geographical area of 1165.67 hectares. Athner is nearest town to Belkund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Belkund village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Belkund
Population of Belkund
Below is a concise population overview of Belkund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 749 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 113 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 676 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 432 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 317 | 383 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Belkund village:
- The total population of Belkund village is around 1,437, including approximately 749 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Belkund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Belkund village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,303 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Belkund village is about 51.29%, with male literacy at 57.68% and female literacy at 44.33%.
- There are around 308 households in Belkund village.
Connectivity of Belkund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkund. As per the 2011 stats, Belkund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belkund
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkund
- Where is Belkund located?
- Belkund village is situated in Athner Tehsil, within the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkund?
- Belkund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Belkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkund is 1,437, with 749 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Belkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkund village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkund is 51.29%. The male literacy rate is 57.68%, while the female literacy rate is 44.33%.