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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belun
As per Census 2011, Belun village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 182 males and 162 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belun are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 344, including 182 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Belun?
There are 76 households in Belun.
What is the literacy rate in Belun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belun is 72.09%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 67.28%.