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| name = Belsand |
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| settlement_type = Town |
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| coordinates = {{coord|26.45|N|85.4|E|display=inline,title}} |
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| settlement_type = Town |
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| district_name = [[Sitamarhi]] |
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| subdivision_name1 = [[Bihar]] |
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| subdivision_type2 = [[List of regions of India|Region]] |
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Mithila (region)|Mithila]] |
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| pushpin_map_caption = Location in Bihar, India |
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| population_total = 20566 |
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| population_as_of = 2001 |
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| subdivision_name3 = [[Sitamarhi district|Sitamarhi]] |
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Sitamarhi district|Sitamarhi]] |
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| population_total = 17821 |
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| demographics_type1 = Languages |
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| demographics1_title1 = Official |
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| demographics1_info1 = [[Bajjika]] [[Hindi]] |
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| timezone1 = [[Indian Standard Time|IST]] |
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| postal_code_type = <!-- [[Postal Index Number|PIN]] --> |
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| postal_code = [[843316]] |
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| area_code_type = Telephone code |
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| area_code = 9540236222 |
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| blank1_name_sec1 = [[Vidhan Sabha]] constituency |
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| blank1_info_sec1 = [[Belsand (Vidhan Sabha constituency)|Belsand]] |
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'''Belsand''' is a town in the state of [[Bihar]], [[India]]. The regional language is the [[Bajjika]] dialect of the [[Maithili language]]. |
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'''Belsand''' is a town and a [[notified area]] in [[Sitamarhi district]] in the state of [[Bihar]], [[India]]. The place is located in a plain which is prone to floods, and on account of this ample amount of alluvium is there. This geographic position gives the place good agricultural prospects. Main market areas (pertaining to the tertiary sector) are around Kothi Bazaar and Belsand Chauraha. It is a flood-prone area. |
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There are 53 villages and 10 panchayats in Belsand. Chandauli is the famous village of Belsand. Kansar is the smallest village and Bhorahar Mal is the biggest village. It is 65 m above sea level. |
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==Geography== |
==Geography== |
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Belsand is located at {{Coord|26.45|N|85.4|E|}}.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Maps, Weather, and Airports for Belsand, India|url=http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/34/Belsand.html|access-date=2021-06-18|website=www.fallingrain.com}}</ref> |
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Belsand is located at {{Coord|26.45|N|85.4|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/34/Belsand.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Belsand]</ref> It has an average elevation of 55 metres (180 feet). It has a few buildings in form of ruins of [[British Raj|British time]] which are collectively said Kothi (mansion). There is a market near Kothi. Belsand is about 22 kilometers from [[Sitamarhi]], the district headquarters. The area is flood prone as it lies amid 2 rivers, namely the Baghmati and the other being a minor stream. |
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The Belsand block lies in the southwestern portion of [[Sitamarhi district]]. To the south and east, it is bordered by the [[Runni Saidpur]] block. On the north, it borders the [[Parsauni (India)|Parsauni]] block. |
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==Demographics== |
==Demographics== |
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{{As of|2001}} India [[census]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999| |
{{As of|2001}} India [[census]], Belsand had a population of 20,566. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. 19% of the population is under 6 years of age.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040616075334/http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-date=2004-06-16|title= Census of India 2011: Data from the 2011 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)|access-date=2011-03-01|publisher= Census Commission of India}}</ref> |
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The major festival of this area is ''Chhath puja'' in which people offer their prayer to Lord Sun. Almost all the people wherever they are, their major desire is to celebrate Chhath puja at their home with their family members and villagers. [[Holi]], [[Diwali]] and [[Dusshera]] are other three festivals celebrated with so much of gaiety. Other festivals such as Nagpanchmi, Saraswathi Puja, Makar Sankranti, Eid, Janmashtami, and others are also celebrated. |
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{{Tirhut Division}} |
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==Cuisine== |
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"Khichdi", the both of rice and lentils, seasoned with spices, and served with several accompanying items like curd, chutney, pickles, papads, ghee (clarified butter) and chokha (boiled mashed potatoes, seasoned with finely cut onions, green chilies) constitutes the lunch for most on Saturdays and is a staple food here. Afternoon meals mostly consist of rice, lentil, and vegetables while the dinner consists of rotis (flatbread) and vegetables. Belsand is also known for the sweet delicacies of Bihar including Chhena Jalebi (Jalebi, made of paneer) and Kala Jamun. |
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[[Category:cities and towns in Sitamarhi district]] |
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==Crops== |
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The major food crops are rice, wheat, and maize. Apart from this, it is a major producer of sugarcane, tobacco and other cash crops. Lentils, sunflower, and mustard are also grown in this area. It is also a major producer of vegetables like Potato, Onion, Radish, Cauliflower and more. |
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==How to reach== |
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The town is 50 km from Muzaffarpur, which is the biggest town in north Bihar and 22 km from [[Sitamarhi]], its district headquarters. 24 hours bus service, both private operator-managed and government-run BSRTC buses to provide connectivity to the village from [[Muzaffarpur]], [[Patna]] and Sitamarhi. |
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'''Nearest railway stations''' |
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*Muzaffarpur Junction: 50 km - a large number of trains are available from here to many destinations of India, and people of Belsad village generally prefer Muzaffarpur for commencing their long distance journeys. |
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*Sitamarhi: 22 km |
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'''Nearest airport''' |
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*Patna: around 125 km |
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==Tourism== |
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One of the very sacred place in Belsand is famous underground Shiv Temple called Damami Math (दमामी मठ). It is about 3 kilometers East of Belsand town. People come every Sunday to this holy place to worship and to get peace. They believe that hundred years ago Lord Shiva's Shivling rose automatically.{{citeneeded|date=December 2017}} |
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A large number of tourist places are there in the nearby area. |
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*Janki Mandir at Janki Asthan: 22 km from here |
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It is located in western part of Sitamarhi.The temple is nearly 100 years old. A large number of tourists visit this place.{{citeneeded|date=December 2017}} |
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* Baba kurwaan ali shah dargaah. There is an annual urs (उर्स) which is celebrated on 3 and 4 April in every year. Lots of people come here to be the part of this holy occasion. This place located near Parrahi village and 2 KM south of Belsand city. People can see on Map by clicking this link https://goo.gl/maps/Pgh8Cf2bjVG2 |
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*Punaura Dham :20 km |
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This is the birthplace of Goddess Sita. It is said that once Raja Janak plowed the field for rain. It is now declared as a Religious Tourist spot by Government of Bihar.{{citeneeded|date=December 2017}} |
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==Education== |
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This is the educational hub of nearby areas. Many private schools have come up in that one of the best school is '''DPS(Delhi Public School,Belsand)'''. Good government schools and colleges are also here. It provides good education to the students. Nearby villagers are also coming up for education here. |
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==Sports== |
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As in the rest of India, [[cricket]] is the most popular sport in Belsand. There are several cricket grounds (or maidans) located across the village. |
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==Banks in Belsand== |
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[[Bank of Baroda]], Belsand ( Ifsc Code : BARB0BELSAN) |
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[[State Bank Of India]], Belsand ( Ifsc Code : SBIN0004654),Utter Bihar Gramin Bank Belsand (IFSC CODE CBIN0R10001) |
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==Famous Personalities== |
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Pankaj Tripathi an Indian actor who appears predominantly in Hindi films is from Besland.David Masroor is a famous personality from Belsand who has done many good works for the economically weaker sections especially in educational field. |
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[[Category:Cities and towns in Sitamarhi district]] |
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Latest revision as of 03:48, 19 October 2024
Belsand | |
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  Belsand Location in Bihar, India | |
| Coordinates: 26°27′N 85°24′E / 26.45°N 85.4°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Bihar |
| Region | Mithila |
| District | Sitamarhi |
| Population (2001) | |
• Total | 20,566 |
Belsand is a town in the state of Bihar, India. The regional language is the Bajjika dialect of the Maithili language.
Geography
[edit]Belsand is located at 26°27′N 85°24′E / 26.45°N 85.4°E.[1]
Demographics
[edit]As of 2001[update] India census, Belsand had a population of 20,566. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. 19% of the population is under 6 years of age.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ "Maps, Weather, and Airports for Belsand, India". www.fallingrain.com. Retrieved 18 June 2021.
- ^ "Census of India 2011: Data from the 2011 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 March 2011.
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