Belad - Malkapur, Buldhana
Belad is a village situated in the Malkapur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Malkapur and around 47 km from Buldana. Belad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belad is 528639. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.74 hectares and falls under the 443102 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Belad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belad
As per Census 2011, Belad village has a total population of 2,786 people, consisting of 1,468 males and 1,318 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,952 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,786 | 1,468 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 202 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 880 | 477 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,952 | 1,129 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 339 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Belad
Belad 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 Belad
Public transport in the Belad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Belad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Belad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Belad is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belad
Where is Belad located?
Belad village is located in Malkapur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belad?
Belad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belad?
The pincode of Belad is 443102.
What is the population of Belad?
Belad has a total population of 2,786, including 1,468 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Belad?
There are 624 households in Belad.
What is the literacy rate in Belad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belad is 70.06%. Male literacy is 76.91% and female literacy is 62.44%.