Beldiha - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Beldiha is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beldiha is 240361. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Beldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beldiha
According to the 2011 Census, Beldiha village had a total population of 1,537 people, including 809 males and 728 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.01%, with male literacy at 58.29% and female literacy at 36.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 482, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,537 | 809 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 176 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 264 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 369 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 440 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Beldiha
Beldiha 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 Beldiha
Beldiha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Beldiha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Beldiha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beldiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beldiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Beldiha
Where is Beldiha located?
Beldiha village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Beldiha is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Beldiha?
The pincode of Beldiha is 813204.
What is the population of Beldiha?
Beldiha had a total population of 1,537, including 809 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Beldiha?
Beldiha had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldiha was 48.01%. Male literacy was 58.29% and female literacy was 36.18%.