Bancholha - Saur Bazar, Saharsa
Bancholha is a village situated in the Saur Bazar subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saur Bazar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Khajuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bancholha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bancholha is 226456. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.01 hectares and falls under the 852221 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bancholha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bancholha
As per Census 2011, Bancholha village has a total population of 1,549 people, consisting of 828 males and 721 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bancholha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 828 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 177 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 384 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 920 | 571 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 257 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Bancholha
Bancholha 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 Bancholha
Bancholha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bancholha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Bancholha 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 Bancholha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bancholha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bancholha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bancholha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bancholha
Where is Bancholha located?
Bancholha village is located in Saur Bazar Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bancholha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bancholha is Khajuri.
What is the pincode of Bancholha?
The pincode of Bancholha is 852221.
What is the population of Bancholha?
Bancholha has a total population of 1,549, including 828 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Bancholha?
There are 317 households in Bancholha.
What is the literacy rate in Bancholha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bancholha is 59.39%. Male literacy is 68.96% and female literacy is 48.40%.