Belapani - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Belapani is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Rajadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belapani is 439341. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.65 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Belapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belapani
According to the 2011 Census, Belapani village had a total population of 165 people, including 79 males and 86 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.14%, with male literacy at 28.33% and female literacy at 18.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 62 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Belapani
Belapani 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 Belapani
Public transport in the Belapani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Belapani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Belapani is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belapani 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 Belapani
Where is Belapani located?
Belapani village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Belapani is Rajadhar.
What is the pincode of Belapani?
The pincode of Belapani is 491995.
What is the population of Belapani?
Belapani had a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Belapani?
Belapani had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belapani was 23.14%. Male literacy was 28.33% and female literacy was 18.03%.