Bela

Bela is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bela village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadwahi is the gram panchayat of Bela village.

Bela has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bela is 501387. The village spans a total geographical area of 1953 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Bela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.

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Population of Bela

Below is a concise population overview of Bela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,166 599 567
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 93 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 212 114 98
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 219 111 108
Literate Population 596 352 244
Illiterate Population 570 247 323

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bela village:

  • The total population of Bela village is around 1,166, including approximately 599 males and 567 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Bela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bela village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 219 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bela village is about 51.11%, with male literacy at 58.76% and female literacy at 43.03%.
  • There are around 285 households in Bela village.

Connectivity of Bela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bela. As per the 2011 stats, Bela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bela

Knowing the nearby villages of Bela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bela.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bela

Where is Bela located?
Bela village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Bhadwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bela is 1,166, with 599 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bela village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bela is 51.11%. The male literacy rate is 58.76%, while the female literacy rate is 43.03%.