Bela Purwa - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Bela Purwa is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Belapurwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela Purwa is 462038. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.62 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bela Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bela Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bela Purwa village had a total population of 631 people, including 317 males and 314 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 49.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 631 | 317 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 185 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 132 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Bela Purwa
Bela Purwa 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 Bela Purwa
Bela Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Bela Purwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Bela Purwa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bela Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela Purwa 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 Bela Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela Purwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bela Purwa
Where is Bela Purwa located?
Bela Purwa village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela Purwa is Belapurwa.
What is the pincode of Bela Purwa?
The pincode of Bela Purwa is 470775.
What is the population of Bela Purwa?
Bela Purwa had a total population of 631, including 317 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Bela Purwa?
Bela Purwa had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela Purwa was 61.19%. Male literacy was 72.27% and female literacy was 49.80%.