Bilur - Jat, Sangli
Bilur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Billur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilur is 568938. The village covers a total geographical area of 5333 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Athni (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bilur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilur
As per Census 2011, Bilur village has a total population of 9,841 people, consisting of 4,984 males and 4,857 females. The village has 1,725 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,271 literate and 3,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,043 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,841 | 4,984 | 4,857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,347 | 688 | 659 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 484 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 6,271 | 3,488 | 2,783 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,570 | 1,496 | 2,074 |
Nearby Villages of Bilur
Bilur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salmalgewadi | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Yeldari | North | 4.86 km |
| Basargi | South | 5.02 km |
| Vajrawad | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Khojanwadi | East | 7.35 km |
| Gugwad | South-West | 7.47 km |
| Mallal | North-East | 7.60 km |
| Khalati | North-West | 8.24 km |
| Umarani | South-East | 8.36 km |
| Ekundi | West | 8.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilur
Public transport in the Bilur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| 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 Athni (karnataka) to Bilur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bilur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilur
Where is Bilur located?
Bilur village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilur is Billur.
What is the pincode of Bilur?
The pincode of Bilur is 416404.
What is the population of Bilur?
Bilur has a total population of 9,841, including 4,984 males and 4,857 females.
How many households are there in Bilur?
There are 1,725 households in Bilur.
What is the literacy rate in Bilur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilur is 63.72%. Male literacy is 69.98% and female literacy is 57.30%.