Belkund
Belkund is a village located in Ausa tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Ausa (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Belkund village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belkund unique in its vibrant Ausa-Latur region. You’ll see Belkund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Belkund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkund is 560680. The village spans a total geographical area of 956.33 hectares. Ausa is nearest town to Belkund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 Ausa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad 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
According to the 2011 Census, Belkund has a total population of about 2,878, with approximately 1,475 males and 1,403 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 385 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.05%, with male literacy at about 73.02% and female literacy near 58.73%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belkund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,878 | 1,475 | 1,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 195 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 370 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,901 | 1,077 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 398 | 579 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| 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 Ausa Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, 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 2,878, with 1,475 males and 1,403 females.
- How many households are there in Belkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkund village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkund is 66.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.02%, while the female literacy rate is 58.73%.