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
As per Census 2011, Belia village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 477 males and 435 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 912, including 477 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Belia?
There are 207 households in Belia.
What is the literacy rate in Belia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belia is 57.35%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 50.34%.