Bholehar - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Bholehar is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sapahi-madhubani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholehar is 216263. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bholehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bholehar
As per Census 2011, Bholehar village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 141 males and 126 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 69 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 72 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bholehar
Bholehar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamunia | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Pipra Mafi | West | 1.39 km |
| Samhuta | North | 1.46 km |
| Bhawal | South | 1.48 km |
| Sapahi | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Chhagurahi Banjariya | East | 2.32 km |
| Phagunahta | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Jabka | North | 2.39 km |
| Dhanarpa | South | 2.70 km |
| Barwa Banjariya | South-East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bholehar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bholehar. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bholehar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bholehar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bholehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholehar 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 Bholehar
Where is Bholehar located?
Bholehar village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholehar is Sapahi-madhubani.
What is the pincode of Bholehar?
The pincode of Bholehar is 845106.
What is the population of Bholehar?
Bholehar has a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bholehar?
There are 64 households in Bholehar.
What is the literacy rate in Bholehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholehar is 40.82%. Male literacy is 48.94% and female literacy is 31.75%.