Belapanka - Surada, Ganjam
Belapanka is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belapanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belapanka is 410798. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Belapanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belapanka
As per Census 2011, Belapanka village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 154 males and 170 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belapanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 154 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 105 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 49 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Belapanka
Belapanka 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 Belapanka
Public transport in the Belapanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surada to Belapanka is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Belapanka is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belapanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belapanka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belapanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belapanka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belapanka
Where is Belapanka located?
Belapanka village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belapanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Belapanka is Gochha.
What is the pincode of Belapanka?
The pincode of Belapanka is 761108.
What is the population of Belapanka?
Belapanka has a total population of 324, including 154 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Belapanka?
There are 75 households in Belapanka.
What is the literacy rate in Belapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belapanka is 52.16%. Male literacy is 68.18% and female literacy is 37.65%.