Belgaria - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Belgaria is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Bongaon and around 54.5 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belgaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgaria is 322627. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.72 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belgaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belgaria
As per Census 2011, Belgaria village has a total population of 1,376 people, consisting of 713 males and 663 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belgaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,376 | 713 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 440 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 586 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 127 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Belgaria
Belgaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur | East | 1.02 km |
| Mendia | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Shialdanga | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Manikpol | West | 1.42 km |
| Dakshin Bhabanipur | South | 1.76 km |
| Naoda | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Santoshpur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Dwarbasini | North | 2.47 km |
| Bairampur | South-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belgaria
Belgaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Belgaria is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Belgaria is about 54.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belgaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belgaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belgaria
Where is Belgaria located?
Belgaria village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belgaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Belgaria is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Belgaria?
The pincode of Belgaria is 743262.
What is the population of Belgaria?
Belgaria has a total population of 1,376, including 713 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Belgaria?
There are 330 households in Belgaria.
What is the literacy rate in Belgaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgaria is 78.56%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 74.66%.