Belkur - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Belkur is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Belkur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkur is 186607. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.71 hectares and falls under the 273411 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town.
Belkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Belkur
As per Census 2011, Belkur village has a total population of 1,905 people, consisting of 879 males and 1,026 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,059 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,905 | 879 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 138 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 280 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 575 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 304 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Belkur
Belkur 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 Belkur
Belkur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gorakhpur to Belkur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belkur
Where is Belkur located?
Belkur village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belkur?
Belkur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belkur?
The pincode of Belkur is 273411.
What is the population of Belkur?
Belkur has a total population of 1,905, including 879 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Belkur?
There are 303 households in Belkur.
What is the literacy rate in Belkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkur is 55.59%. Male literacy is 65.42% and female literacy is 47.17%.