Belsar - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Belsar is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ratnpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belsar is 476720. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.35 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belsar
According to the 2011 Census, Belsar village had a total population of 767 people, including 391 males and 376 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.63%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 41.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 767 | 391 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 189 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 216 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 175 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Belsar
Belsar 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 Belsar
Belsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Belsar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Belsar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Belsar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Belsar
Where is Belsar located?
Belsar village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Belsar is Ratnpur.
What is the pincode of Belsar?
The pincode of Belsar is 451115.
What is the population of Belsar?
Belsar had a total population of 767, including 391 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Belsar?
Belsar had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belsar was 54.63%. Male literacy was 67.50% and female literacy was 41.64%.