Bela - Gurua, Gaya
Bela is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Dubba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 255682. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bela
According to the 2011 Census, Bela village had a total population of 374 people, including 207 males and 167 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.61%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 36.69%.
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 | 374 | 207 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 120 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 87 | 116 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Bela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bela is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Dubba.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 804405.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela had a total population of 374, including 207 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
Bela had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela was 53.61%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 36.69%.