Bela
Bela is a village located in Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gariadhar (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bela unique in its vibrant Gariadhar-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Bela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bela is 516455. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364505. Gariadhar is nearest town to Bela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Bela
Population of Bela
According to the 2011 Census, Bela has a total population of about 1,193, with approximately 595 males and 598 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.85%, with male literacy at about 69.41% and female literacy near 50.33%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 595 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 714 | 413 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 182 | 297 |
Connectivity of Bela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bela. As per the 2011 stats, Bela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Knowing the nearby villages of Bela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bela
- Where is Bela located?
- Bela village is situated in Gariadhar Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
- Bela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bela?
- The pincode of Bela is 364505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bela is 1,193, with 595 males and 598 females.
- How many households are there in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bela village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bela is 59.85%. The male literacy rate is 69.41%, while the female literacy rate is 50.33%.