Bela
Bela is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Babarda is the gram panchayat of Bela village.
Here you can discover what makes Bela unique in its vibrant Basta-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Bela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bela is 392353. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756030. Jaleswar is nearest town to Bela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Bela
Population of Bela
According to the 2011 Census, Bela has a total population of about 643, with approximately 319 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.63%, with male literacy at about 83.70% and female literacy near 61.73%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 319 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 25 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 467 | 267 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 52 | 124 |
Connectivity of Bela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bela. As per the 2011 stats, Bela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bela
Knowing the nearby villages of Bela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bela
- Where is Bela located?
- Bela village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bela is Babarda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bela?
- The pincode of Bela is 756030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bela is 643, with 319 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bela village has a total of 153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bela is 72.63%. The male literacy rate is 83.70%, while the female literacy rate is 61.73%.