Beli - Basta, Balasore
Beli is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Singla and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beli is 392170. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Beli 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 Beli
According to the 2011 Census, Beli village had a total population of 489 people, including 234 males and 255 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.07%, with male literacy at 96.65% and female literacy at 87.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 489 | 234 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Beli
Beli 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 Beli
Public transport in the Beli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Beli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Beli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Beli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Beli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beli
Where is Beli located?
Beli village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beli?
The Gram Panchayat of Beli is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Beli?
The pincode of Beli is 756023.
What is the population of Beli?
Beli had a total population of 489, including 234 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Beli?
Beli had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beli was 92.07%. Male literacy was 96.65% and female literacy was 87.73%.