Belka

Belka is a village located in Amour subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Amour (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Dalmalpur is the gram panchayat of Belka village.

Belka has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Belka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belka is 223749. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Belka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

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Population of Belka

Below is a concise population overview of Belka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,501 2,281 2,220
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 956 487 469
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 20 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 8 6
Literate Population 1,238 756 482
Illiterate Population 3,263 1,525 1,738

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Belka village:

  • The total population of Belka village is around 4,501, including approximately 2,281 males and 2,220 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 956 children aged 0–6 years in Belka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Belka village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Belka village is about 27.50%, with male literacy at 33.14% and female literacy at 21.71%.
  • There are around 947 households in Belka village.

Connectivity of Belka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belka. As per the 2011 stats, Belka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Belka

Knowing the nearby villages of Belka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belka

Where is Belka located?
Belka village is situated in Amour Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belka?
The Gram Panchayat of Belka is Dalmalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Belka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belka is 4,501, with 2,281 males and 2,220 females.
How many households are there in Belka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Belka village has a total of 947 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belka is 27.50%. The male literacy rate is 33.14%, while the female literacy rate is 21.71%.