Belapada - Asika, Ganjam
Belapada is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Khanda Deuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belapada is 411282. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Belapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Belapada
According to the 2011 Census, Belapada village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.12%, with male literacy at 17.65% and female literacy at 6.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Belapada
Belapada 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 Belapada
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Belapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Belapada is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Belapada 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 Belapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belapada
Where is Belapada located?
Belapada village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Belapada is Khanda Deuli.
What is the pincode of Belapada?
The pincode of Belapada is 761110.
What is the population of Belapada?
Belapada had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Belapada?
Belapada had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belapada was 12.12%. Male literacy was 17.65% and female literacy was 6.25%.