Bela Champawati - Dhamdaha, Purnia
Bela Champawati is a village situated in the Dhamdaha subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdaha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Champabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela Champawati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela Champawati is 223304. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 854205 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bela Champawati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bela Champawati
As per Census 2011, Bela Champawati village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 705 males and 630 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 809 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bela Champawati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 705 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 158 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 467 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 238 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Bela Champawati
Bela Champawati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Chakla | South | 0.64 km |
| Majhua Fatehganj | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Bela Gobind | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Dharbia | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Sihuli | North | 1.40 km |
| Jianganj Milik | North | 2.30 km |
| Champawati | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Sarsi Istamrar | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Manakhodawand Nagar | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Parasbani | East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bela Champawati
Bela Champawati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarsi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Banmankhi to Bela Champawati is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Bela Champawati is about 32 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 Bela Champawati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela Champawati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bela Champawati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela Champawati 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bela Champawati
Where is Bela Champawati located?
Bela Champawati village is located in Dhamdaha Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela Champawati?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela Champawati is Champabati.
What is the pincode of Bela Champawati?
The pincode of Bela Champawati is 854205.
What is the population of Bela Champawati?
Bela Champawati has a total population of 1,335, including 705 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Bela Champawati?
There are 265 households in Bela Champawati.
What is the literacy rate in Bela Champawati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela Champawati is 60.60%. Male literacy is 66.24% and female literacy is 54.29%.