Bhelwaniya - Nawanagar, Buxar
Bhelwaniya is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Karsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhelwaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelwaniya is 248918. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.6 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhelwaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhelwaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Bhelwaniya village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 622 males and 605 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 57.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,227 | 622 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 116 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 415 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 207 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelwaniya
Bhelwaniya 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 Bhelwaniya
Bhelwaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Domraon to Bhelwaniya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Bhelwaniya is about 45 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 Bhelwaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhelwaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhelwaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhelwaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhelwaniya
Where is Bhelwaniya located?
Bhelwaniya village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhelwaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhelwaniya is Karsar.
What is the pincode of Bhelwaniya?
The pincode of Bhelwaniya is 802129.
What is the population of Bhelwaniya?
Bhelwaniya had a total population of 1,227, including 622 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Bhelwaniya?
Bhelwaniya had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelwaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelwaniya was 70.16%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 57.56%.