Bhuria - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bhuria is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bhuriya Mahiyama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuria is 240258. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhuria 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 Bhuria
As per Census 2011, Bhuria village has a total population of 3,570 people, consisting of 1,901 males and 1,669 females. The village has 711 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 651 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,974 literate and 1,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,570 | 1,901 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 651 | 357 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,974 | 1,194 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 707 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuria
Bhuria 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 Bhuria
Bhuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Bhuria is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bhuria is about 35 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 Bhuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhuria
Where is Bhuria located?
Bhuria village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhuria is Bhuriya Mahiyama.
What is the pincode of Bhuria?
The pincode of Bhuria is 813205.
What is the population of Bhuria?
Bhuria has a total population of 3,570, including 1,901 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Bhuria?
There are 711 households in Bhuria.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuria is 55.29%. Male literacy is 62.81% and female literacy is 46.73%.