Bela - Singhia, Samastipur
Bela is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Nirpur Bhararia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 237250. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 848113 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bela
As per Census 2011, Bela village has a total population of 2,586 people, consisting of 1,425 males and 1,161 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,100 literate and 1,486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,586 | 1,425 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 238 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 763 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,486 | 662 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Bela 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 Bela
Bela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Bela is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Bela is about 36 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bela
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 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 Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Nirpur Bhararia.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 848113.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela has a total population of 2,586, including 1,425 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
There are 401 households in Bela.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela is 42.54%. Male literacy is 53.54% and female literacy is 29.03%.