Belad - Sonhat, Korea
Belad is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Sonhat and around 31 km from Baikunthpur. Rautsarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belad is 431603. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.2 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Belad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belad
As per Census 2011, Belad village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 226 males and 201 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 226 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 210 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 102 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 124 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Belad
Belad 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 Belad
Belad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Baikunthpur to Belad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belad
Where is Belad located?
Belad village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belad?
The Gram Panchayat of Belad is Rautsarai.
What is the pincode of Belad?
The pincode of Belad is 497339.
What is the population of Belad?
Belad has a total population of 427, including 226 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Belad?
There are 99 households in Belad.
What is the literacy rate in Belad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belad is 40.98%. Male literacy is 45.13% and female literacy is 36.32%.