Belda Agar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Belda Agar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Balara Agar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belda Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belda Agar is 049777. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.16 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Belda Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belda Agar
As per Census 2011, Belda Agar village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 190 males and 221 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belda Agar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 190 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 32 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 139 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 40 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Belda Agar
Belda Agar 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 Belda Agar
Public transport in the Belda Agar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Didihat to Belda Agar is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Belda Agar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belda Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belda Agar 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 Belda Agar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belda Agar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belda Agar
Where is Belda Agar located?
Belda Agar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belda Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Belda Agar is Balara Agar.
What is the pincode of Belda Agar?
The pincode of Belda Agar is 262534.
What is the population of Belda Agar?
Belda Agar has a total population of 411, including 190 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Belda Agar?
There are 80 households in Belda Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Belda Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belda Agar is 71.05%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 64.25%.