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.

Here you can discover what makes Bela unique in its vibrant Sohagpur-Shahdol region. You’ll see Bela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Bela has a total population of about 1,166, with approximately 599 males and 567 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 219. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.11%, with male literacy at about 58.76% and female literacy near 43.03%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.