Belgadia - Khaira, Balasore
Belgadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Nahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belgadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgadia is 393600. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Belgadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belgadia
According to the 2011 Census, Belgadia village had a total population of 247 people, including 136 males and 111 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 93.50% and female literacy at 72.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 115 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Belgadia
Belgadia 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 Belgadia
Belgadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Belgadia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Belgadia 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 Belgadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Belgadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgadia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belgadia
Where is Belgadia located?
Belgadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belgadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Belgadia is Nahanga.
What is the pincode of Belgadia?
The pincode of Belgadia is 756059.
What is the population of Belgadia?
Belgadia had a total population of 247, including 136 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Belgadia?
Belgadia had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belgadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgadia was 84.16%. Male literacy was 93.50% and female literacy was 72.45%.