Bedia - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Bedia is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Haraura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedia is 195974. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.96 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town.
Bedia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bedia
According to the 2011 Census, Bedia village had a total population of 63 people, including 33 males and 30 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 61.90%.
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 | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bedia
Bedia 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Farhad Chak | North | 0.55 km |
| Haraura | South | 0.71 km |
| Musawa | East | 0.95 km |
| Dhanehari | West | 0.95 km |
| Parsoopur | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Sisidi | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Kalijpur | East | 1.48 km |
| Nadava | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Shahpur Kanoongo | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Sarvanpur | South-West | 1.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedia
Public transport in the Bedia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Azamgarh to Bedia 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 Bedia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedia 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 Bedia
Where is Bedia located?
Bedia village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bedia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedia is Haraura.
What is the pincode of Bedia?
The pincode of Bedia is 276204.
What is the population of Bedia?
Bedia had a total population of 63, including 33 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bedia?
Bedia had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedia was 79.59%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 61.90%.