Belamal - Kesinga, Kalahandi
Belamal is a village situated in the Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesinga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Paralasinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belamal is 422344. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 766012 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Belamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belamal
According to the 2011 Census, Belamal village had a total population of 65 people, including 35 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Belamal
Belamal 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 Belamal
Belamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Belamal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Belamal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Belamal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belamal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belamal
Where is Belamal located?
Belamal village is located in Kesinga Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Belamal is Paralasinga.
What is the pincode of Belamal?
The pincode of Belamal is 766012.
What is the population of Belamal?
Belamal had a total population of 65, including 35 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Belamal?
Belamal had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belamal was 75.44%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 67.86%.