Besalia
Besalia is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Gundicha Pada is the gram panchayat of Besalia village.
Besalia has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Besalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Besalia is 403303. The village spans a total geographical area of 267 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759025. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Besalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Besalia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Besalia
Population of Besalia
Below is a concise population overview of Besalia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 698 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 317 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 540 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 158 | 206 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Besalia village:
- The total population of Besalia village is around 1,346, including approximately 698 males and 648 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Besalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Besalia village has 616 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 106 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Besalia village is about 72.96%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 68.21%.
- There are around 341 households in Besalia village.
Connectivity of Besalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Besalia. As per the 2011 stats, Besalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Besalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Besalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Besalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Besalia
- Where is Besalia located?
- Besalia village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Besalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Besalia is Gundicha Pada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Besalia?
- The pincode of Besalia is 759025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Besalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Besalia is 1,346, with 698 males and 648 females.
- How many households are there in Besalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Besalia village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Besalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Besalia is 72.96%. The male literacy rate is 77.36%, while the female literacy rate is 68.21%.