Belgam
Belgam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Sadaranga is the gram panchayat of Belgam village.
Here you can discover what makes Belgam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Belgam’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 Belgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belgam is 428116. The village spans a total geographical area of 504 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Belgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Belgam
Population of Belgam
According to the 2011 Census, Belgam has a total population of about 1,253, with approximately 619 males and 634 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,034. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.14%, with male literacy at about 33.12% and female literacy near 17.35%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 619 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,034 | 507 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 205 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 414 | 524 |
Connectivity of Belgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belgam. As per the 2011 stats, Belgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Belgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belgam
- Where is Belgam located?
- Belgam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belgam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Belgam is Sadaranga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Belgam?
- The pincode of Belgam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belgam is 1,253, with 619 males and 634 females.
- How many households are there in Belgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belgam village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belgam is 25.14%. The male literacy rate is 33.12%, while the female literacy rate is 17.35%.