Belkur
Belkur is a village located in Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bansgaon (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Belkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belkur unique in its vibrant Bansgaon-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Belkur’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 Belkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkur is 186607. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273411. Bansgaon is nearest town to Belkur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Belkur
Population of Belkur
According to the 2011 Census, Belkur has a total population of about 1,905, with approximately 879 males and 1,026 females. The sex ratio is around 1167 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 297 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 577 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.59%, with male literacy at about 65.42% and female literacy near 47.17%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,905 | 879 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 138 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 280 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 575 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 304 | 542 |
Connectivity of Belkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkur. As per the 2011 stats, Belkur 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 Belkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkur
- Where is Belkur located?
- Belkur village is situated in Bansgaon Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkur?
- Belkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belkur?
- The pincode of Belkur is 273411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkur is 1,905, with 879 males and 1,026 females.
- How many households are there in Belkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkur village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkur is 55.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.42%, while the female literacy rate is 47.17%.