Belera - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Belera is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belera is 316729. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.41 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belera
According to the 2011 Census, Belera village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 743 males and 715 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.04%, with male literacy at 89.72% and female literacy at 74.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 1,458 | 743 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 121 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 602 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 141 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Belera
Belera 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 Belera
Belera 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 Belera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Belera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Belera is about 39 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 Belera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belera 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 Belera
Where is Belera located?
Belera village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belera?
The Gram Panchayat of Belera is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Belera?
The pincode of Belera is 731213.
What is the population of Belera?
Belera had a total population of 1,458, including 743 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Belera?
Belera had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belera was 82.04%. Male literacy was 89.72% and female literacy was 74.24%.