Belkona
Belkona is a village located in Shankargarh tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shankargarh (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Belkona village is also a gram panchayat.
Belkona has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Belkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkona is 432438. The village spans a total geographical area of 1179.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Ambikapur is nearest town to Belkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
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Population of Belkona
Below is a concise population overview of Belkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 894 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 159 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,642 | 827 | 815 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 468 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 426 | 568 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Belkona village:
- The total population of Belkona village is around 1,778, including approximately 894 males and 884 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 309 children aged 0–6 years in Belkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Belkona village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,642 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Belkona village is about 44.09%, with male literacy at 52.35% and female literacy at 35.75%.
- There are around 406 households in Belkona village.
Connectivity of Belkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkona. As per the 2011 stats, Belkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkona
- Where is Belkona located?
- Belkona village is situated in Shankargarh Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkona?
- Belkona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belkona?
- The pincode of Belkona is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkona is 1,778, with 894 males and 884 females.
- How many households are there in Belkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkona village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkona is 44.09%. The male literacy rate is 52.35%, while the female literacy rate is 35.75%.