Bholni - Belhar, Banka
Bholni is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Nimiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholni is 241566. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bholni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bholni
According to the 2011 Census, Bholni village had a total population of 548 people, including 293 males and 255 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.79%, with male literacy at 53.66% and female literacy at 43.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 293 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 152 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 132 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 161 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Bholni
Bholni 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 Bholni
Bholni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Bholni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholni 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 Bholni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bholni
Where is Bholni located?
Bholni village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bholni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholni is Nimiya.
What is the pincode of Bholni?
The pincode of Bholni is 813202.
What is the population of Bholni?
Bholni had a total population of 548, including 293 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Bholni?
Bholni had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bholni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholni was 48.79%. Male literacy was 53.66% and female literacy was 43.06%.