Belavanaki Explained

Belavanaki
Other Name:Bolunki
Settlement Type:Village
Pushpin Label Position:right
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Karnataka, India
Coordinates:12.9779°N 77.5688°W
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: India
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:Karnataka
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Gadag
Founder:Ganga subordinate Bhutayya was the ruler of Belvola-300 in A.D 942
Named For:Belavalanaadu-300
Parts Type:Talukas
Parts:Ron
Government Type:Gram panchayat
Governing Body:Belavanaki Gram Panchayat
Unit Pref:Metric
Population Total:5118
Population As Of:2001
Population Density Km2:auto
Population Demonym:Belavanakiyava
Demographics Type1:Languages
Demographics1 Title1:Official
Demographics1 Info1:Kannada
Timezone1:IST
Utc Offset1:+5:30
Postal Code:582202
Registration Plate:KA26
Blank1 Name Sec1:Nearest city
Blank1 Info Sec1:Hubballi and Gadag
Blank2 Name Sec1:Literacy
Blank2 Info Sec1:71.41%
Blank1 Name Sec2:Climate
Blank1 Info Sec2:Climatic regions of India (Köppen)
Official Name:Belavanki
Area Code:08381

Belavanaki is a village in southern state of Karnataka, India. It is located in Ron Taluka of Gadag district in Karnataka. It belongs to Belagavi Division.

Location

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History and origin of the village name

According to the Ron inscription introduces the Ganga subordinate Mahamandalika Butayya as the governor of Gangavadi-96,000, Belvola-300, Puligere-300 provinces in Saka 864 (A..D. 942) while his Kurtakoti inscription mentions the chief as holding charge of the same provinces in Saka 868 (A.D. 946) therefore scriptures of Rastrakuta and Chalukyas of Kalyana dynasties shows the existence of this village goes back to ninth and 10th century and it is also ruled by Maratha king Shivaji and Peshwas of 17th and 18th century. This village name may be derived from old name of ‘Belavala-nadu 300’(Deccan Plains) or Belvola-300 which means region consisting of 300 villages and also means fertile land.

People and village features

In the local dialect, Belavanaki is often referred to as "Bolunki" or "Bolunaki." It is considered one of the most important villages in the region, particularly in terms of development. The village is home to various educational institutions and small-scale industries, such as cotton mills, which trace their origins back to the British colonial period. These mills were established by local feudal landlords and typically operate during the harvest season. A notable feature of these mills is their old-world charm, with monumental structures and buildings at the heart of the village.

Belavanaki is well-connected by five roads, including a state highway, which has contributed to its transformation into a semi-urban area. The village boasts schools, colleges, a bank, a cinema theatre, and a primary health center. These urban-like amenities attract people from the surrounding villages to Belavanaki. Additionally, the village is the birthplace of S.R.Hiremath, a prominent social activist and the Founder President of Samaja Parivarthana Samudaya, the National Committee for Protection of Natural Resources, and India Development Service.

Culture and temples

In Belavanaki, the majority of the people are Hindus and Muslims. As a result, the festivals celebrated in the village are centered around these two religions. However, despite their different religious beliefs, both communities come together to celebrate almost all the festivals. This reflects the village's cultural heritage and the harmony between the two religions. Local attractions include,

The newly carved statue of Veerabhadra in Belavanaki is considered one of the finest sculptures in Karnataka in recent times. As a result, people from various parts of the state come here to visit this temple..

Youth and self help groups

Belavanaki is also not lagging behind in establishing organizations, cooperative societies, and self-help groups in the village. The youth and peasant unions are strong forces in raising issues concerning youths, farmers, women, and students in Gram Sabha meetings.

Names of the youth and self-help groups in Belavanaki

Education institutions

Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Belavanaki had a population of 5118 with 2642 males and 2476 females.[1]

The population of children age 0–6 is 533 which makes up 11.01% of total population of village. Average Sex Ratio of Belavanaki village is 945 which is lower than Karnataka state average of 973. Child Sex Ratio for the Belavanaki as per census is 864, lower than Karnataka average of 948. village has lower literacy rate compared to Karnataka. In 2011, literacy rate of Belavanaki village was 71.41% compared to 75.36% of Karnataka. In Belavanaki Male literacy stands at 81.74% while female literacy rate was 60.60%.

Transportation

Ron is the nearest town to Belavanaki. Ron is 19 km from Belavanaki. Road connectivity is there from Ron to Belavanaki.

Nearby railway stations are: Mallapur Railway station - 5 km; Balganur- 10 km; Somankatti- 14 km and Hombal- 18 km.

Airports

Places to visit

Nearby cities

Taluks

District headquarters

See also

References

External links

Notes and References

  1. Village code= 620300 Web site: Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above . Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India . 2008-12-18 . https://web.archive.org/web/20081208044522/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/Census_Data_2001/Village_Directory/Population_data/Population_5000_and_Above.aspx . 8 December 2008 . dead .