Bela - Bhograi, Balasore
Bela is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from Bhograi and around 90 km from Baleshwar. Nimatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela is 391728. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bela
According to the 2011 Census, Bela village had a total population of 821 people, including 418 males and 403 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.90%, with male literacy at 96.25% and female literacy at 78.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 821 | 418 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 45 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 51 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 359 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 59 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Bela 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 Bela
Bela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Bela is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bela is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bela
Where is Bela located?
Bela village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Nimatpur.
What is the pincode of Bela?
The pincode of Bela is 756036.
What is the population of Bela?
Bela had a total population of 821, including 418 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bela?
Bela had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela was 87.90%. Male literacy was 96.25% and female literacy was 78.70%.