Belda - Soro, Balasore
Belda is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Soro and around 46 km from Baleshwar. Attapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belda is 393731. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Belda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belda
As per Census 2011, Belda village has a total population of 1,600 people, consisting of 829 males and 771 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,105 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 829 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 240 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 623 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 206 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Belda
Belda 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 Belda
Belda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Belda.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Belda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Belda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belda 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 Belda
Where is Belda located?
Belda village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belda?
The Gram Panchayat of Belda is Attapur.
What is the pincode of Belda?
The pincode of Belda is 756045.
What is the population of Belda?
Belda has a total population of 1,600, including 829 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Belda?
There are 327 households in Belda.
What is the literacy rate in Belda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belda is 69.06%. Male literacy is 75.15% and female literacy is 62.52%.