Beleswar - Nimapada, Puri
Beleswar is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gadapadanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beleswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beleswar is 408943. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Beleswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beleswar
According to the 2011 Census, Beleswar village had a total population of 78 people, including 44 males and 34 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 773 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 83.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Beleswar
Beleswar 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 Beleswar
Beleswar 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 <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 Pipili to Beleswar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Beleswar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beleswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beleswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beleswar
Where is Beleswar located?
Beleswar village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beleswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Beleswar is Gadapadanpur.
What is the pincode of Beleswar?
The pincode of Beleswar is 752114.
What is the population of Beleswar?
Beleswar had a total population of 78, including 44 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Beleswar?
Beleswar had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beleswar was 91.18%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 83.87%.