Belhaura - Mahasi, Bahraich
Belhaura is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Belhaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belhaura is 171690. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.88 hectares and falls under the 271825 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Belhaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belhaura
According to the 2011 Census, Belhaura village had a total population of 1,655 people, including 880 males and 775 females, living in 342 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.61%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 50.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 1,655 | 880 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 484 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 396 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Belhaura
Belhaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chand Paiya | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Nakawa | West | 1.55 km |
| Jot Chandpara | East | 2.11 km |
| Mahsi | North | 2.62 km |
| Sikandarpur | South | 2.82 km |
| Pure Sita Ram | West | 3.39 km |
| Chandpara | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Pure Deldar Singh | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Narkotwa | North | 3.79 km |
| Parsohana | North-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belhaura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Belhaura. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| 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 Maharajganj to Belhaura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Belhaura 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 Belhaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belhaura 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 Belhaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belhaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belhaura
Where is Belhaura located?
Belhaura village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belhaura?
Belhaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belhaura?
The pincode of Belhaura is 271825.
What is the population of Belhaura?
Belhaura had a total population of 1,655, including 880 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Belhaura?
Belhaura had 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belhaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belhaura was 60.61%. Male literacy was 69.34% and female literacy was 50.65%.