Belia - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Belia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 40.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belia is 316731. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.75 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belia
According to the 2011 Census, Belia village had a total population of 912 people, including 477 males and 435 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.17%, with male literacy at 71.53% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 912 | 477 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 193 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 304 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 173 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Belia
Belia 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 Belia
Belia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Belia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Belia is about 40.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belia
Where is Belia located?
Belia village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belia?
The Gram Panchayat of Belia is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Belia?
The pincode of Belia is 731213.
What is the population of Belia?
Belia had a total population of 912, including 477 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Belia?
Belia had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belia was 64.17%. Male literacy was 71.53% and female literacy was 56.15%.