Belahwa - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Belahwa is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belahawa Madanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belahwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belahwa is 216037. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Belahwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Belahwa
As per Census 2011, Belahwa village has a total population of 3,983 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,985 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,776 literate and 2,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,880 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belahwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,983 | 1,998 | 1,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 310 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 301 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,880 | 1,440 | 1,440 |
| Literate Population | 1,776 | 1,095 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,207 | 903 | 1,304 |
Nearby Villages of Belahwa
Belahwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amhat | North | 1.28 km |
| Bihar | East | 1.69 km |
| Pachrukha | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Ghurauli | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Balua | East | 2.91 km |
| Mohna | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Batsara | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Amwa | North | 3.93 km |
| Kerai | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Sidhawa | South-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belahwa
Belahwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bagha to Belahwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Belahwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belahwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belahwa 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 Belahwa
Where is Belahwa located?
Belahwa village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belahwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Belahwa is Belahawa Madanpur.
What is the pincode of Belahwa?
The pincode of Belahwa is 845105.
What is the population of Belahwa?
Belahwa has a total population of 3,983, including 1,998 males and 1,985 females.
How many households are there in Belahwa?
There are 763 households in Belahwa.
What is the literacy rate in Belahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belahwa is 44.59%. Male literacy is 54.80% and female literacy is 34.31%.