Belwa - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Belwa is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bheriharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwa is 216715. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 845455 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 5,525 people, consisting of 2,888 males and 2,637 females. The village has 995 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,023 literate and 3,502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,525 | 2,888 | 2,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,205 | 603 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,265 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,502 | 1,623 | 1,879 |
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
Belwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Belwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 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 40 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Belwa
Where is Belwa located?
Belwa village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Belwa is Bheriharwa.
What is the pincode of Belwa?
The pincode of Belwa is 845455.
What is the population of Belwa?
Belwa has a total population of 5,525, including 2,888 males and 2,637 females.
How many households are there in Belwa?
There are 995 households in Belwa.
What is the literacy rate in Belwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwa is 36.62%. Male literacy is 43.80% and female literacy is 28.74%.