Bella - Makridi, Mandi
Bella is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 74 km from Mandi. Bhadiara Buhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bella is 013289. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.58 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Bella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bella
According to the 2011 Census, Bella village had a total population of 150 people, including 67 males and 83 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 150 | 67 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Bella
Bella 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 Bella
Bella 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 | 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 Mandi to Bella is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bella village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bella
Where is Bella located?
Bella village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bella?
The Gram Panchayat of Bella is Bhadiara Buhla.
What is the pincode of Bella?
The pincode of Bella is 175015.
What is the population of Bella?
Bella had a total population of 150, including 67 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Bella?
Bella had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bella was 82.76%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 75.00%.