Belwan - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Belwan is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwan is 213187. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.41 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Belwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Belwan
According to the 2011 Census, Belwan village had a total population of 601 people, including 315 males and 286 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.29%, with male literacy at 71.26% and female literacy at 51.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 460.
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 | 601 | 315 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 242 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 181 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 134 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Belwan
Belwan 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 Belwan
Belwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Belwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Belwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Belwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belwan 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Belwan
Where is Belwan located?
Belwan village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Belwan is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Belwan?
The pincode of Belwan is 231210.
What is the population of Belwan?
Belwan had a total population of 601, including 315 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Belwan?
Belwan had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwan was 62.29%. Male literacy was 71.26% and female literacy was 51.83%.