Bel Pan - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Bel Pan is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Belpan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bel Pan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bel Pan is 438558. The village covers a total geographical area of 593.06 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bel Pan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bel Pan
As per Census 2011, Bel Pan village has a total population of 1,733 people, consisting of 838 males and 895 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 961 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bel Pan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | 838 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 961 | 446 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 487 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 351 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Bel Pan
Bel Pan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tikri | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Dhavaiyapura | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Thakurkapa | West | 2.22 km |
| Sirsaha | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Pura | South | 2.33 km |
| Amane | East | 2.45 km |
| Kusmuli | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Pongariha | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Umariya | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Nipaniya | North-East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bel Pan
Bel Pan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 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 Takhatpur to Bel Pan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bel Pan is about 40 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 Bel Pan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bel Pan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bel Pan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bel Pan 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 Bel Pan
Where is Bel Pan located?
Bel Pan village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bel Pan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bel Pan is Belpan.
What is the pincode of Bel Pan?
The pincode of Bel Pan is 495330.
What is the population of Bel Pan?
Bel Pan has a total population of 1,733, including 838 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Bel Pan?
There are 370 households in Bel Pan.
What is the literacy rate in Bel Pan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bel Pan is 47.89%. Male literacy is 58.11% and female literacy is 38.32%.