Belajhari - Morada, Mayurbhanj

Belajhari is a village situated in the Morada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Muruda and around 30 km from Baripada. Dhadasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belajhari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Belajhari is 390063. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 757020 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Belajhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Belajhari

According to the 2011 Census, Belajhari village had a total population of 599 people, including 290 males and 309 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.51%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 45.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 577.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Belajhari

Belajhari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Belajhari

Belajhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Belajhari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Belajhari is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Belajhari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belajhari village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Belajhari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belajhari village are given below:

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