Belghati - Saintala, Balangir
Belghati is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jurabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belghati is 421009. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Belghati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belghati
According to the 2011 Census, Belghati village had a total population of 73 people, including 33 males and 40 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.79%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 53.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Belghati
Belghati 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 Belghati
Belghati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belghati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Belghati is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Belghati is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belghati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belghati
Where is Belghati located?
Belghati village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Belghati is Jurabandh.
What is the pincode of Belghati?
The pincode of Belghati is 767032.
What is the population of Belghati?
Belghati had a total population of 73, including 33 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Belghati?
Belghati had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belghati was 63.79%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 53.13%.