Belbigha
Belbigha is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Medninagar. As per 2009 stats, Belbigha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belbigha unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Belbigha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Belbigha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belbigha is 364999. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Belbigha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Belbigha
Population of Belbigha
According to the 2011 Census, Belbigha has a total population of about 1,841, with approximately 954 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 425 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.78%, with male literacy at about 63.31% and female literacy near 47.69%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belbigha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 954 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 214 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 604 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 350 | 464 |
Connectivity of Belbigha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belbigha. As per the 2011 stats, Belbigha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belbigha
Knowing the nearby villages of Belbigha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belbigha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belbigha
- Where is Belbigha located?
- Belbigha village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belbigha?
- Belbigha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belbigha?
- The pincode of Belbigha is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belbigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belbigha is 1,841, with 954 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Belbigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belbigha village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belbigha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belbigha is 55.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.69%.