Balua Bhawani Ray - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Balua Bhawani Ray is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Baluwa Bhawanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua Bhawani Ray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua Bhawani Ray is 217098. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.7 hectares and falls under the 845452 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Balua Bhawani Ray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Balua Bhawani Ray
According to the 2011 Census, Balua Bhawani Ray village had a total population of 1,678 people, including 906 males and 772 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.46%, with male literacy at 58.90% and female literacy at 40.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 484.
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 | 1,678 | 906 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 198 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 256 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 417 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 489 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Balua Bhawani Ray
Balua Bhawani Ray 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 Balua Bhawani Ray
Balua Bhawani Ray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bettiah to Balua Bhawani Ray is about 28 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 Balua Bhawani Ray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua Bhawani Ray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balua Bhawani Ray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua Bhawani Ray 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balua Bhawani Ray
Where is Balua Bhawani Ray located?
Balua Bhawani Ray village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balua Bhawani Ray?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua Bhawani Ray is Baluwa Bhawanipur.
What is the pincode of Balua Bhawani Ray?
The pincode of Balua Bhawani Ray is 845452.
What is the population of Balua Bhawani Ray?
Balua Bhawani Ray had a total population of 1,678, including 906 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Balua Bhawani Ray?
Balua Bhawani Ray had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua Bhawani Ray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua Bhawani Ray was 50.46%. Male literacy was 58.90% and female literacy was 40.47%.