Bhojpur - Atri, Gaya
Bhojpur is a village situated in the Atri subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atri and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chakra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojpur is 255226. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 823311 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojpur village had a total population of 690 people, including 363 males and 327 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.49%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 54.34%. 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 | 690 | 363 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 245 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 118 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojpur
Bhojpur 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 Bhojpur
Bhojpur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Bhojpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhojpur
Where is Bhojpur located?
Bhojpur village is located in Atri Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhojpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojpur is Chakra.
What is the pincode of Bhojpur?
The pincode of Bhojpur is 823311.
What is the population of Bhojpur?
Bhojpur had a total population of 690, including 363 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Bhojpur?
Bhojpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojpur was 68.49%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 54.34%.