Belhi - Jainagar, Madhubani
Belhi is a village situated in the Jainagar subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Belhi East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belhi is 219948. The village covers a total geographical area of 2274.7 hectares and falls under the 847226 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Belhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belhi
As per Census 2011, Belhi village has a total population of 32,293 people, consisting of 17,109 males and 15,184 females. The village has 6,271 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 6,460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,088 literate and 18,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,293 | 17,109 | 15,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6,460 | 3,403 | 3,057 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,174 | 1,616 | 1,558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 14,088 | 9,216 | 4,872 |
| Illiterate Population | 18,205 | 7,893 | 10,312 |
Nearby Villages of Belhi
Belhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parwa | South | 3.27 km |
| Jogia | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Jainagar | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dodwar | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Barhmotar | South | 4.78 km |
| Pachhar | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Bhadaur | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Usrahi Deodha | West | 5.35 km |
| Paduma | East | 5.86 km |
| Kuar | South-West | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belhi
Belhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Belhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Belhi is about 35 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 Belhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belhi
Where is Belhi located?
Belhi village is located in Jainagar Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Belhi is Belhi East.
What is the pincode of Belhi?
The pincode of Belhi is 847226.
What is the population of Belhi?
Belhi has a total population of 32,293, including 17,109 males and 15,184 females.
How many households are there in Belhi?
There are 6,271 households in Belhi.
What is the literacy rate in Belhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belhi is 43.63%. Male literacy is 53.87% and female literacy is 32.09%.