Belarua - Gobindpur, Nawada
Belarua is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sughri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belarua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belarua is 257872. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Belarua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Belarua
According to the 2011 Census, Belarua village had a total population of 424 people, including 230 males and 194 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.56%, with male literacy at 68.78% and female literacy at 41.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 424 | 230 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 130 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 100 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Belarua
Belarua 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 Belarua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Belarua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Belarua is about 28 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 Belarua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belarua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belarua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belarua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belarua
Where is Belarua located?
Belarua village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belarua?
The Gram Panchayat of Belarua is Sughri.
What is the pincode of Belarua?
The pincode of Belarua is 805126.
What is the population of Belarua?
Belarua had a total population of 424, including 230 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Belarua?
Belarua had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belarua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belarua was 56.56%. Male literacy was 68.78% and female literacy was 41.56%.