Belda - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Belda is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Jasdan and around 100 km from Rajkot. Belda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belda is 513165. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.09 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belda
According to the 2011 Census, Belda village had a total population of 1,768 people, including 920 males and 848 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.23%, with male literacy at 63.35% and female literacy at 42.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 1,768 | 920 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 167 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 477 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 443 | 551 |
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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Botad to Belda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Belda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belda
Where is Belda located?
Belda village is located in Vinchchiya 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 360055.
What is the population of Belda?
Belda had a total population of 1,768, including 920 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Belda?
Belda had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belda was 53.23%. Male literacy was 63.35% and female literacy was 42.37%.