Belkhandi
Belkhandi is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Belakhandi is the gram panchayat of Belkhandi village.
Belkhandi has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Belkhandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkhandi is 422272. The village spans a total geographical area of 292 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Belkhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Belkhandi 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 Narla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Belkhandi
Population of Belkhandi
Below is a concise population overview of Belkhandi 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 | 642 | 320 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 243 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 77 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Belkhandi village:
- The total population of Belkhandi village is around 642, including approximately 320 males and 322 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Belkhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Belkhandi village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Belkhandi village is about 71.03%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 66.15%.
- There are around 189 households in Belkhandi village.
Connectivity of Belkhandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkhandi. As per the 2011 stats, Belkhandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belkhandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkhandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkhandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkhandi
- Where is Belkhandi located?
- Belkhandi village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkhandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Belkhandi is Belakhandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Belkhandi?
- The pincode of Belkhandi is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkhandi is 642, with 320 males and 322 females.
- How many households are there in Belkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkhandi village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkhandi is 71.03%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.