Beltara - Beltara, Bilaspur
Beltara is a village situated in the Beltara tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Bilaspur and around 35 km from Bilaspur. Beltara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beltara is 438701. The village covers a total geographical area of 966.24 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Ratanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beltara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beltara
As per Census 2011, Beltara village has a total population of 4,225 people, consisting of 2,132 males and 2,093 females. The village has 1,003 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 627 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,763 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,019 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beltara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,225 | 2,132 | 2,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 627 | 314 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 441 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,019 | 492 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 2,763 | 1,567 | 1,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 565 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Beltara
Beltara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salkha | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Haranmudi | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Gidhauri | South | 3.14 km |
| Limha | East | 3.33 km |
| Newsa | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Kadari | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Karra | West | 4.47 km |
| Pathrapali | East | 4.49 km |
| Sis | North | 4.58 km |
| Nagpura | South | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beltara
Beltara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratanpur to Beltara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Beltara is about 35 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 Beltara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beltara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beltara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beltara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beltara
Where is Beltara located?
Beltara village is located in Beltara Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beltara?
Beltara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beltara?
The pincode of Beltara is 495449.
What is the population of Beltara?
Beltara has a total population of 4,225, including 2,132 males and 2,093 females.
How many households are there in Beltara?
There are 1,003 households in Beltara.
What is the literacy rate in Beltara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beltara is 65.40%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 57.14%.