Belsandi - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Belsandi is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belsandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belsandi is 216350. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.1 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Belsandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belsandi
As per Census 2011, Belsandi village has a total population of 2,356 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,140 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,288 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belsandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,216 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 240 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 268 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,431 | 729 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 1,288 | 833 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 383 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Belsandi
Belsandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Pakri Kalan | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Pakri Khurd | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Hardi | West | 1.83 km |
| Hauda | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Dumra | South | 1.93 km |
| Barharwa | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Ahrar | South | 2.25 km |
| Mitni | East | 2.39 km |
| Tahkaul | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belsandi
Belsandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amolwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Belsandi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Belsandi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belsandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belsandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belsandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belsandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belsandi
Where is Belsandi located?
Belsandi village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belsandi?
Belsandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belsandi?
The pincode of Belsandi is 845455.
What is the population of Belsandi?
Belsandi has a total population of 2,356, including 1,216 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Belsandi?
There are 417 households in Belsandi.
What is the literacy rate in Belsandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belsandi is 54.67%. Male literacy is 68.50% and female literacy is 39.91%.