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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaluni village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 1,012 males and 860 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.03%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 48.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 1,872 | 1,012 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 210 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,872, including 1,012 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluni?
Bhaluni had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluni was 68.03%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 48.94%.