Beljora - Sitapur, Surguja
Beljora is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Beljora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beljora is 433473. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.09 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Beljora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beljora
As per Census 2011, Beljora village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 805 males and 882 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beljora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 805 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 104 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,296 | 616 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 493 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 312 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Beljora
Beljora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sureshpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Lalitpur | South | 2.63 km |
| Nawapara | North | 3.04 km |
| Dharampur | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Langda Sand | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Erand | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Khadadorna | West | 3.91 km |
| Murta | West | 4.66 km |
| Bharatpur | East | 4.86 km |
| Parsa | North | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beljora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Beljora. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 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 Sitapur to Beljora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Beljora is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beljora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beljora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Beljora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beljora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beljora
Where is Beljora located?
Beljora village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beljora?
Beljora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beljora?
The pincode of Beljora is 497111.
What is the population of Beljora?
Beljora has a total population of 1,687, including 805 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Beljora?
There are 361 households in Beljora.
What is the literacy rate in Beljora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beljora is 50.68%. Male literacy is 61.24% and female literacy is 41.04%.