Bela

Bela is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Baidpur is the gram panchayat of Bela village.

Bela has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bela is 240489. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813221. Sultanganj is nearest town to Bela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Bela

Below is a concise population overview of Bela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,686 888 798
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 329 177 152
Scheduled Castes (SC) 282 142 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 759 453 306
Illiterate Population 927 435 492

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bela village:

  • The total population of Bela village is around 1,686, including approximately 888 males and 798 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 329 children aged 0–6 years in Bela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bela village has 282 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bela village is about 45.02%, with male literacy at 51.01% and female literacy at 38.35%.
  • There are around 322 households in Bela village.

Connectivity of Bela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bela. As per the 2011 stats, Bela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bela

Knowing the nearby villages of Bela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bela.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bela

Where is Bela located?
Bela village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Baidpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 813221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bela is 1,686, with 888 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bela village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bela is 45.02%. The male literacy rate is 51.01%, while the female literacy rate is 38.35%.