Beldandia - Basta, Balasore
Beldandia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Singla and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beldandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beldandia is 392174. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Beldandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beldandia
According to the 2011 Census, Beldandia village had a total population of 137 people, including 69 males and 68 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 96.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Beldandia
Beldandia 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 Beldandia
Public transport in the Beldandia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Beldandia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Beldandia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Beldandia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beldandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beldandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Beldandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beldandia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beldandia
Where is Beldandia located?
Beldandia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beldandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Beldandia is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Beldandia?
The pincode of Beldandia is 756023.
What is the population of Beldandia?
Beldandia had a total population of 137, including 69 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Beldandia?
Beldandia had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beldandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldandia was 98.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 96.61%.