Belposhi - Jagannathpur, West Singhbhum
Belposhi is a village situated in the Jagannathpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Jagannathpur and around 55 km from Chaibasa. Patajaint serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belposhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belposhi is 378303. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 833203 pincode.
Belposhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belposhi
According to the 2011 Census, Belposhi village had a total population of 624 people, including 307 males and 317 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.98%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 416.
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 | 624 | 307 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 204 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 180 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 127 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Belposhi
Belposhi 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 Belposhi
Belposhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chaibasa to Belposhi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belposhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belposhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belposhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belposhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belposhi
Where is Belposhi located?
Belposhi village is located in Jagannathpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belposhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Belposhi is Patajaint.
What is the pincode of Belposhi?
The pincode of Belposhi is 833203.
What is the population of Belposhi?
Belposhi had a total population of 624, including 307 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Belposhi?
Belposhi had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belposhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belposhi was 63.98%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 53.70%.