Bhelwa Band - Bhawanipur, Purnia
Bhelwa Band is a village situated in the Bhawanipur subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhawanipur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Purnia.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelwa Band is 223191. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 854204 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bhelwa Band is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Bhelwa Band
As per Census 2011, Bhelwa Band village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 40 males and 47 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,175 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhelwa Band are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelwa Band
Bhelwa Band 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 Bhelwa Band
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Bhelwa Band is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bhelwa Band
Where is Bhelwa Band located?
Bhelwa Band village is located in Bhawanipur Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Bhelwa Band?
The pincode of Bhelwa Band is 854204.
What is the population of Bhelwa Band?
Bhelwa Band has a total population of 87, including 40 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Bhelwa Band?
There are 19 households in Bhelwa Band.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelwa Band?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelwa Band is 50.57%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 36.17%.