Bedia - Masalia, Dumka
Bedia is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Nayadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedia is 372051. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.46 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Bedia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bedia
According to the 2011 Census, Bedia village had a total population of 313 people, including 160 males and 153 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.14%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 52.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 313 | 160 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 112 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 48 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Bedia
Bedia 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 Bedia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bedia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bedia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Bedia 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 Bedia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bedia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedia
Where is Bedia located?
Bedia village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedia is Nayadih.
What is the pincode of Bedia?
The pincode of Bedia is 814119.
What is the population of Bedia?
Bedia had a total population of 313, including 160 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Bedia?
Bedia had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedia was 69.14%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 52.85%.