Bhawanipur Bochaha - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bhawanipur Bochaha is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Boda Pathakdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur Bochaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur Bochaha is 240190. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bhawanipur Bochaha 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 Bhawanipur Bochaha
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawanipur Bochaha village had a total population of 242 people, including 149 males and 93 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 624 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.47%, with male literacy at 39.86% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 242 | 149 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 57 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 92 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur Bochaha
Bhawanipur Bochaha 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 Bhawanipur Bochaha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhawanipur Bochaha. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhawanipur Bochaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Bhawanipur Bochaha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bhawanipur Bochaha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanipur Bochaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur Bochaha 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 Bhawanipur Bochaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur Bochaha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur Bochaha
Where is Bhawanipur Bochaha located?
Bhawanipur Bochaha village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur Bochaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur Bochaha is Boda Pathakdih.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur Bochaha?
The pincode of Bhawanipur Bochaha is 813204.
What is the population of Bhawanipur Bochaha?
Bhawanipur Bochaha had a total population of 242, including 149 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur Bochaha?
Bhawanipur Bochaha had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur Bochaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur Bochaha was 35.47%. Male literacy was 39.86% and female literacy was 28.57%.