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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bholni
As per Census 2011, Bholni village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 293 males and 255 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 293 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 152 | 144 |
| 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 has a total population of 548, including 293 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Bholni?
There are 122 households in Bholni.
What is the literacy rate in Bholni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholni is 40.51%. Male literacy is 45.05% and female literacy is 35.29%.