Belwa - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Belwa is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhobni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwa is 216760. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.9 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Belwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belwa
As per Census 2011, Belwa village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 728 males and 683 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 728 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 144 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 289 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 423 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 305 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Belwa
Belwa 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 Belwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Belwa. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Belwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Belwa is about 34 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 Belwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belwa 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 Belwa
Where is Belwa located?
Belwa village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Belwa is Dhobni.
What is the pincode of Belwa?
The pincode of Belwa is 845453.
What is the population of Belwa?
Belwa has a total population of 1,411, including 728 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Belwa?
There are 235 households in Belwa.
What is the literacy rate in Belwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwa is 47.84%. Male literacy is 58.10% and female literacy is 36.90%.