Bhaluni - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Bhaluni is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sewatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluni is 247560. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhaluni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaluni
As per Census 2011, Bhaluni village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 1,012 males and 860 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaluni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 1,012 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 210 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 681 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 331 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluni
Bhaluni 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 Bhaluni
Bhaluni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Bhaluni is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaluni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaluni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaluni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaluni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhaluni
Where is Bhaluni located?
Bhaluni village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaluni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluni is Sewatha.
What is the pincode of Bhaluni?
The pincode of Bhaluni is 802201.
What is the population of Bhaluni?
Bhaluni has a total population of 1,872, including 1,012 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluni?
There are 262 households in Bhaluni.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluni is 54.91%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 40.35%.