Bara Belwa - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Bara Belwa is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Khatauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Belwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Belwa is 216221. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Belwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Belwa
As per Census 2011, Bara Belwa village has a total population of 1,611 people, consisting of 837 males and 774 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 1,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 694 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Belwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 837 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 156 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 358 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 295 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 542 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Belwa
Bara Belwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harkhauliya | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Beili | South | 0.85 km |
| Kumhiya Khurd | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Khataura | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Belwa Mokarari | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Khatauri | West | 2.34 km |
| Pipra Mafi | East | 2.60 km |
| Jamunia | East | 2.60 km |
| Imrit Katharwa | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Kumhiya Kalan | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Belwa
Bara Belwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bara Belwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bara Belwa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Belwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Belwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara 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 Bara Belwa
Where is Bara Belwa located?
Bara Belwa village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Belwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Belwa is Khatauri.
What is the pincode of Bara Belwa?
The pincode of Bara Belwa is 845106.
What is the population of Bara Belwa?
Bara Belwa has a total population of 1,611, including 837 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Bara Belwa?
There are 306 households in Bara Belwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Belwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Belwa is 27.13%. Male literacy is 35.24% and female literacy is 18.35%.