Belkhara - Chauparan, Hazaribagh
Belkhara is a village situated in the Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauparan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Mangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belkhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkhara is 367757. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.47 hectares and falls under the 825406 pincode.
Belkhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Belkhara village had a total population of 162 people, including 89 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.14%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 39.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 62 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Belkhara
Belkhara 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 Belkhara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Belkhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hazaribagh to Belkhara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belkhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkhara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Belkhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belkhara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Belkhara
Where is Belkhara located?
Belkhara village is located in Chauparan Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belkhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Belkhara is Mangarh.
What is the pincode of Belkhara?
The pincode of Belkhara is 825406.
What is the population of Belkhara?
Belkhara had a total population of 162, including 89 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Belkhara?
Belkhara had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belkhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkhara was 60.14%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 39.34%.