Belda - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Belda is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Belda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belda is 513299. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.21 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Belda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belda
According to the 2011 Census, Belda village had a total population of 425 people, including 210 males and 215 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.89%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 72.34%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 210 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 166 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 44 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Belda
Belda 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 Belda
Belda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Belda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Belda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belda
Where is Belda located?
Belda village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belda?
Belda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belda?
The pincode of Belda is 360405.
What is the population of Belda?
Belda had a total population of 425, including 210 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Belda?
Belda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belda was 79.89%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 72.34%.