Belaruma - Indpur, Bankura
Belaruma is a village situated in the Indpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belaruma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belaruma is 326715. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.17 hectares and falls under the 722173 pincode. Bankura is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belaruma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bankura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belaruma
According to the 2011 Census, Belaruma village had a total population of 481 people, including 231 males and 250 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.99%, with male literacy at 93.78% and female literacy at 70.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
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 | 481 | 231 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 231 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 196 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 35 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Belaruma
Belaruma 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 Belaruma
Belaruma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bankura to Belaruma is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belaruma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belaruma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belaruma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belaruma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belaruma
Where is Belaruma located?
Belaruma village is located in Indpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belaruma?
The Gram Panchayat of Belaruma is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Belaruma?
The pincode of Belaruma is 722173.
What is the population of Belaruma?
Belaruma had a total population of 481, including 231 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Belaruma?
Belaruma had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belaruma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belaruma was 81.99%. Male literacy was 93.78% and female literacy was 70.98%.