Belgaon - Sawali, Chandrapur
Belgaon is a village situated in the Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawali and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Belgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgaon is 540910. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.19 hectares and falls under the 441225 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Belgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belgaon
As per Census 2011, Belgaon village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 470 males and 514 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 470 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 43 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 337 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 133 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Belgaon
Belgaon 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 Belgaon
Belgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mul to Belgaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Belgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgaon 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 Belgaon
Where is Belgaon located?
Belgaon village is located in Sawali Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belgaon?
Belgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belgaon?
The pincode of Belgaon is 441225.
What is the population of Belgaon?
Belgaon has a total population of 984, including 470 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Belgaon?
There are 250 households in Belgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Belgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgaon is 60.87%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 50.97%.