Bela Khurd - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Bela Khurd is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Raset serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bela Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bela Khurd is 187090. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.95 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bela Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bela Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Bela Khurd village had a total population of 620 people, including 331 males and 289 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.09%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 620 | 331 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 77 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 239 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 92 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Bela Khurd
Bela Khurd 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 Bela Khurd
Bela Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Bela Khurd is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Bela Khurd is about 36 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 Bela Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bela Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bela Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bela Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bela Khurd
Where is Bela Khurd located?
Bela Khurd village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bela Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bela Khurd is Raset.
What is the pincode of Bela Khurd?
The pincode of Bela Khurd is 273211.
What is the population of Bela Khurd?
Bela Khurd had a total population of 620, including 331 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Bela Khurd?
Bela Khurd had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bela Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bela Khurd was 75.09%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 66.00%.