Bhelakuri - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Bhelakuri is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 83.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhelakuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelakuri is 310531. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.45 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhelakuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhelakuri
As per Census 2011, Bhelakuri village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 450 males and 407 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 146 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhelakuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 450 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 375 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 75 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelakuri
Bhelakuri 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 Bhelakuri
Bhelakuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kaliagong to Bhelakuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Bhelakuri is about 83.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhelakuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhelakuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhelakuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhelakuri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhelakuri
Where is Bhelakuri located?
Bhelakuri village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhelakuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhelakuri is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Bhelakuri?
The pincode of Bhelakuri is 733132.
What is the population of Bhelakuri?
Bhelakuri has a total population of 857, including 450 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Bhelakuri?
There are 198 households in Bhelakuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelakuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelakuri is 82.96%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 82.56%.