Bela - Bathnaha, Sitamarhi
Bela is a village situated in the Bathnaha subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bathnaha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Digghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 219281. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bela
As per Census 2011, Bela village has a total population of 5,309 people, consisting of 2,775 males and 2,534 females. The village has 1,013 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,036 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,015 literate and 3,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 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 | 5,309 | 2,775 | 2,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,036 | 494 | 542 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 134 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,327 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,294 | 1,448 | 1,846 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Bela is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Bathnaha Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Digghi.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 843317.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela has a total population of 5,309, including 2,775 males and 2,534 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
There are 1,013 households in Bela.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela is 37.95%. Male literacy is 47.82% and female literacy is 27.15%.