Bhalua - Barharia, Siwan
Bhalua is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Bahuara Kadir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalua is 231450. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhalua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalua
As per Census 2011, Bhalua village has a total population of 3,168 people, consisting of 1,653 males and 1,515 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,119 literate and 1,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 677 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,168 | 1,653 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 229 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 346 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 64 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,119 | 1,245 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 408 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalua
Bhalua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakri Sultan | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Nawalpur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Chap Kanhauli | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Sadarpur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bahuara Qadir | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Enaetchhapra | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Kanhauli | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Mahamadpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Habibpur | South | 1.94 km |
| Siswa | East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalua
Bhalua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amlori Sarsar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Bhalua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhalua
Where is Bhalua located?
Bhalua village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalua is Bahuara Kadir.
What is the pincode of Bhalua?
The pincode of Bhalua is 841232.
What is the population of Bhalua?
Bhalua has a total population of 3,168, including 1,653 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Bhalua?
There are 495 households in Bhalua.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalua is 66.89%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 57.69%.