Bhusar - Dhuraiya, Banka
Bhusar is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Batsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhusar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhusar is 241097. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhusar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhusar
As per Census 2011, Bhusar village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 415 males and 407 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhusar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 415 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 369 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Bhusar
Bhusar 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 Bhusar
Bhusar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhusar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Bhusar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bhusar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhusar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhusar
Where is Bhusar located?
Bhusar village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhusar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhusar is Batsar.
What is the pincode of Bhusar?
The pincode of Bhusar is 813205.
What is the population of Bhusar?
Bhusar has a total population of 822, including 415 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Bhusar?
There are 160 households in Bhusar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhusar is 10.95%. Male literacy is 11.08% and female literacy is 10.81%.