Beltara - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Beltara is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 16.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Mohana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beltara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beltara is 310946. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.59 hectares and falls under the 733133 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beltara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beltara
As per Census 2011, Beltara village has a total population of 2,151 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,032 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 970 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beltara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,151 | 1,119 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 113 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 511 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 224 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 797 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 322 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Beltara
Beltara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak-behatair | North | 1.32 km |
| Jhaubari | West | 1.60 km |
| Prasadpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Baram | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Chak-barham | South | 1.85 km |
| Netradanga | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Chak Bhabani | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Jagannathpur | East | 2.04 km |
| Behatair | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Tazpur | North | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beltara
Public transport in the Beltara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Balurghat to Beltara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Beltara is about 16.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beltara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beltara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beltara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beltara 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 Beltara
Where is Beltara located?
Beltara village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beltara?
The Gram Panchayat of Beltara is Mohana.
What is the pincode of Beltara?
The pincode of Beltara is 733133.
What is the population of Beltara?
Beltara has a total population of 2,151, including 1,119 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Beltara?
There are 530 households in Beltara.
What is the literacy rate in Beltara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beltara is 65.83%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 59.98%.