Bela - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Bela is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Parsawan Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 255913. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bela
As per Census 2011, Bela village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 805 males and 784 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 691 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 805 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 358 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 473 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 332 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Bela 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 Bela
Bela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Bela is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bela is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Parsawan Khurd.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 824217.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela has a total population of 1,589, including 805 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
There are 260 households in Bela.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela is 46.38%. Male literacy is 58.76% and female literacy is 33.67%.