Belu
Belu is a village located in Amdanga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.9km away from sub-district headquarter Amdanga (tehsildar office) and 10.6km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Bodai is the gram panchayat of Belu village.
Here you can discover what makes Belu unique in its vibrant Amdanga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Belu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Belu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belu is 323053. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700125. Barasat is nearest town to Belu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Belu
Population of Belu
According to the 2011 Census, Belu has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 780 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 502 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.31%, with male literacy at about 67.69% and female literacy near 62.83%. There are around 339 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,528 | 780 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 250 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 998 | 528 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 252 | 278 |
Connectivity of Belu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belu. As per the 2011 stats, Belu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belu
Knowing the nearby villages of Belu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belu
- Where is Belu located?
- Belu village is situated in Amdanga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Belu is Bodai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Belu?
- The pincode of Belu is 700125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belu is 1,528, with 780 males and 748 females.
- How many households are there in Belu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belu village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belu is 65.31%. The male literacy rate is 67.69%, while the female literacy rate is 62.83%.