Bojhwalia - Barhampur, Buxar
Bojhwalia is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Yogia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bojhwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bojhwalia is 247979. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 802112 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bojhwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bojhwalia
As per Census 2011, Bojhwalia village has a total population of 1,823 people, consisting of 954 males and 869 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bojhwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,823 | 954 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 200 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 622 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 332 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Bojhwalia
Bojhwalia 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 Bojhwalia
Public transport in the Bojhwalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bojhwalia.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Bojhwalia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Bojhwalia is about 46 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 Bojhwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bojhwalia 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 Bojhwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bojhwalia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bojhwalia
Where is Bojhwalia located?
Bojhwalia village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bojhwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bojhwalia is Yogia.
What is the pincode of Bojhwalia?
The pincode of Bojhwalia is 802112.
What is the population of Bojhwalia?
Bojhwalia has a total population of 1,823, including 954 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Bojhwalia?
There are 287 households in Bojhwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Bojhwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bojhwalia is 55.13%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 44.07%.