Belamba - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Belamba is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Baterima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belamba is 422968. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Belamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belamba
According to the 2011 Census, Belamba village had a total population of 168 people, including 76 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.18%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 32.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 75 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 33 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Belamba
Belamba 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 Belamba
Belamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Belamba is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Belamba is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belamba 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belamba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belamba
Where is Belamba located?
Belamba village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Belamba is Baterima.
What is the pincode of Belamba?
The pincode of Belamba is 766027.
What is the population of Belamba?
Belamba had a total population of 168, including 76 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Belamba?
Belamba had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belamba was 47.18%. Male literacy was 63.24% and female literacy was 32.43%.