Belian - Hiranagar, Kathua
Belian is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Kunthal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Belian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belian is 002082. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 184142 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 1.5 km away.
Belian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belian
According to the 2011 Census, Belian village had a total population of 25 people, including 15 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Belian
Belian 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 Belian
Belian is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Belian is about 1.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Belian is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belian 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belian
Where is Belian located?
Belian village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Belian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Belian is Kunthal.
What is the pincode of Belian?
The pincode of Belian is 184142.
What is the population of Belian?
Belian had a total population of 25, including 15 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Belian?
Belian had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belian was 60.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.