Belan
Belan is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.6km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Belan village. As per 2009 stats, Belon is the gram panchayat of Belan village.
Here you can discover what makes Belan unique in its vibrant Goalpokhar Ii-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Belan’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 Belan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belan is 309217. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733208. Kishanganj is nearest town to Belan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Belan
Population of Belan
According to the 2011 Census, Belan has a total population of about 4,054, with approximately 2,126 males and 1,928 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 838 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,364 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 35.10%, with male literacy at about 40.03% and female literacy near 29.67%. There are around 783 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,054 | 2,126 | 1,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 838 | 439 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,364 | 720 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 851 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,631 | 1,275 | 1,356 |
Connectivity of Belan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belan. As per the 2011 stats, Belan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belan
Knowing the nearby villages of Belan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belan
- Where is Belan located?
- Belan village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Belan is Belon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Belan?
- The pincode of Belan is 733208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belan is 4,054, with 2,126 males and 1,928 females.
- How many households are there in Belan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belan village has a total of 783 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belan is 35.10%. The male literacy rate is 40.03%, while the female literacy rate is 29.67%.