Bela - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bela is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 516584. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.49 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bela
As per Census 2011, Bela village has a total population of 1,521 people, consisting of 786 males and 735 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,085 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,521 | 786 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 632 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 154 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Bela 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 Bela
Public transport in the Bela is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Bela is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bela is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
Bela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 364150.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela has a total population of 1,521, including 786 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
There are 309 households in Bela.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela is 71.33%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 61.63%.