Belanga - Astaranga, Puri
Belanga is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belanga is 409271. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Belanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belanga
According to the 2011 Census, Belanga village had a total population of 345 people, including 185 males and 160 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.25%, with male literacy at 96.20% and female literacy at 77.70%.
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 | 345 | 185 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 152 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Belanga
Belanga 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 Belanga
Belanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Belanga is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Belanga is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belanga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Belanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belanga
Where is Belanga located?
Belanga village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Belanga is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Belanga?
The pincode of Belanga is 752109.
What is the population of Belanga?
Belanga had a total population of 345, including 185 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Belanga?
Belanga had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belanga was 87.25%. Male literacy was 96.20% and female literacy was 77.70%.