Belpos - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Belpos is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Sonua and around 60 km from Chaibasa. Baljodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belpos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belpos is 376947. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.11 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Belpos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belpos
As per Census 2011, Belpos village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 164 males and 149 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belpos are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 108 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 56 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Belpos
Belpos 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 Belpos
Belpos is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Belpos.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Belpos 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 Belpos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belpos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Belpos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belpos 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Belpos
Where is Belpos located?
Belpos village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belpos?
The Gram Panchayat of Belpos is Baljodi.
What is the pincode of Belpos?
The pincode of Belpos is 833105.
What is the population of Belpos?
Belpos has a total population of 313, including 164 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Belpos?
There are 63 households in Belpos.
What is the literacy rate in Belpos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belpos is 53.99%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 40.94%.