Bhulkua - Piro, Bhojpur
Bhulkua is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Bharsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhulkua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhulkua is 247399. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 802207 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhulkua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhulkua
As per Census 2011, Bhulkua village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 734 males and 693 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhulkua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 734 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 131 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 528 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 206 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Bhulkua
Bhulkua 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 Bhulkua
Bhulkua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhulkua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Bhulkua is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Bhulkua is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhulkua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhulkua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhulkua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhulkua 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 Bhulkua
Where is Bhulkua located?
Bhulkua village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhulkua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhulkua is Bharsar.
What is the pincode of Bhulkua?
The pincode of Bhulkua is 802207.
What is the population of Bhulkua?
Bhulkua has a total population of 1,427, including 734 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Bhulkua?
There are 215 households in Bhulkua.
What is the literacy rate in Bhulkua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhulkua is 60.55%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 48.48%.