Bhoua - Patori, Samastipur
Bhoua is a village situated in the Patori subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patori and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Bahadurpur Patori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhoua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoua is 236776. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 848504 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhoua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhoua
As per Census 2011, Bhoua village has a total population of 5,977 people, consisting of 3,157 males and 2,820 females. The village has 1,087 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,875 literate and 3,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhoua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,977 | 3,157 | 2,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,147 | 621 | 526 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,366 | 723 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,875 | 1,698 | 1,177 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,102 | 1,459 | 1,643 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoua
Bhoua 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 Bhoua
Bhoua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Bhoua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Bhoua is about 30 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 Bhoua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhoua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhoua
Where is Bhoua located?
Bhoua village is located in Patori Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhoua is Bahadurpur Patori.
What is the pincode of Bhoua?
The pincode of Bhoua is 848504.
What is the population of Bhoua?
Bhoua has a total population of 5,977, including 3,157 males and 2,820 females.
How many households are there in Bhoua?
There are 1,087 households in Bhoua.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoua is 48.10%. Male literacy is 53.79% and female literacy is 41.74%.