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
As per Census 2011, Beldiha village has a total population of 1,537 people, consisting of 809 males and 728 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 568 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beldiha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,537, including 809 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Beldiha?
There are 263 households in Beldiha.
What is the literacy rate in Beldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldiha is 36.96%. Male literacy is 45.61% and female literacy is 27.34%.