Bholsar - Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur
Bholsar is a village situated in the Kahalgaon subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Colgong and around 30 km from Bhagalpur. Bholsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholsar is 239319. The village covers a total geographical area of 524 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bholsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholsar
As per Census 2011, Bholsar village has a total population of 17,421 people, consisting of 9,252 males and 8,169 females. The village has 3,334 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,691 literate and 9,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,702 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 733 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholsar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bholsar
Bholsar 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 Bholsar
Bholsar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Bholsar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Colgong to Bholsar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bholsar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bholsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bholsar
Where is Bholsar located?
Bholsar village is located in Kahalgaon Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholsar?
Bholsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bholsar?
The pincode of Bholsar is 813204.
What is the population of Bholsar?
Bholsar has a total population of 17,421, including 9,252 males and 8,169 females.
How many households are there in Bholsar?
There are 3,334 households in Bholsar.
What is the literacy rate in Bholsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholsar is 44.15%. Male literacy is 50.40% and female literacy is 37.07%.