Bela - Gobindpur, Nawada
Bela is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Bhawan Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 257878. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 805102 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 26 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 622 people, including 316 males and 306 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 48.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 622 | 316 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 216 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 100 | 187 |
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 | 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 Nawada to Bela is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Bhawan Pur.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 805102.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela had a total population of 622, including 316 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
Bela had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela was 66.34%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 48.77%.