Belun - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Belun is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Goghat and around 86 km from Chinsura. Kumarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belun is 324137. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.85 hectares and falls under the 712611 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Belun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Belun
According to the 2011 Census, Belun village had a total population of 344 people, including 182 males and 162 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 87.97% and female literacy at 76.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 344 | 182 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 139 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Belun
Belun 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 Belun
Public transport in the Belun is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Belun is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Belun is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belun
Where is Belun located?
Belun village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belun?
The Gram Panchayat of Belun is Kumarganj.
What is the pincode of Belun?
The pincode of Belun is 712611.
What is the population of Belun?
Belun had a total population of 344, including 182 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Belun?
Belun had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belun was 82.39%. Male literacy was 87.97% and female literacy was 76.22%.