Belhar - Chunar, Mirzapur
Belhar is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Daulatabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belhar is 212793. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.03 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Belhar 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 Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belhar
According to the 2011 Census, Belhar village had a total population of 892 people, including 455 males and 437 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.47%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 73.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 892 | 455 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 357 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 98 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Belhar
Belhar 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 Belhar
Public transport in the Belhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahraura to Belhar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Belhar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Belhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belhar 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belhar
Where is Belhar located?
Belhar village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Belhar is Daulatabad.
What is the pincode of Belhar?
The pincode of Belhar is 231302.
What is the population of Belhar?
Belhar had a total population of 892, including 455 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Belhar?
Belhar had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belhar was 83.47%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 73.70%.