Belur - Gangavalli, Salem
Belur is a village situated in the Gangavalli taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangavalli and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Salem. 95, Belur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belur is 634351. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.33 hectares and falls under the 636104 pincode. Sentharapatti is the nearest town.
Belur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belur
According to the 2011 Census, Belur village had a total population of 1,644 people, including 837 males and 807 females, living in 496 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.64%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,070.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 837 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 539 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 556 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 281 | 405 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Belur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belur
Where is Belur located?
Belur village is located in Gangavalli Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belur?
The Gram Panchayat of Belur is 95, Belur.
What is the pincode of Belur?
The pincode of Belur is 636104.
What is the population of Belur?
Belur had a total population of 1,644, including 837 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Belur?
Belur had 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belur was 64.64%. Male literacy was 74.23% and female literacy was 54.84%.