Belaon - Nawanagar, Buxar
Belaon is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Belaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belaon is 248868. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.4 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Belaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belaon
As per Census 2011, Belaon village has a total population of 6,599 people, consisting of 3,424 males and 3,175 females. The village has 1,034 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,553 literate and 3,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,089 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,599 | 3,424 | 3,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,267 | 634 | 633 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 555 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,553 | 2,152 | 1,401 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,046 | 1,272 | 1,774 |
Nearby Villages of Belaon
Belaon 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 Belaon
Belaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Belaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Belaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belaon
Where is Belaon located?
Belaon village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belaon?
Belaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belaon?
The pincode of Belaon is 802129.
What is the population of Belaon?
Belaon has a total population of 6,599, including 3,424 males and 3,175 females.
How many households are there in Belaon?
There are 1,034 households in Belaon.
What is the literacy rate in Belaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belaon is 53.84%. Male literacy is 62.85% and female literacy is 44.13%.