Bholsar
Bholsar is a village located in Colgong subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Colgong (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bholsar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bholsar unique in its vibrant Colgong-Bhagalpur region. You’ll see Bholsar’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 Bholsar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bholsar is 239319. The village spans a total geographical area of 524 hectares. Colgong is nearest town to Bholsar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bholsar
Population of Bholsar
According to the 2011 Census, Bholsar has a total population of about 17,421, with approximately 9,252 males and 8,169 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,702 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 733. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.15%, with male literacy at about 50.40% and female literacy near 37.07%. There are around 3,334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bholsar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,421 | 9,252 | 8,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,286 | 1,697 | 1,589 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,702 | 919 | 783 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 406 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 7,691 | 4,663 | 3,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,730 | 4,589 | 5,141 |
Connectivity of Bholsar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bholsar. As per the 2011 stats, Bholsar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bholsar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bholsar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bholsar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bholsar
- Where is Bholsar located?
- Bholsar village is situated in Colgong Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bholsar?
- Bholsar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bholsar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bholsar is 17,421, with 9,252 males and 8,169 females.
- How many households are there in Bholsar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bholsar village has a total of 3,334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bholsar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bholsar is 44.15%. The male literacy rate is 50.40%, while the female literacy rate is 37.07%.