Bhashpur - Gandey, Giridih
Bhashpur is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Gande and around 39 km from Giridih. Galkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhashpur is 351987. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.36 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Bhashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhashpur village had a total population of 406 people, including 209 males and 197 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 51.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 209 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 153 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 56 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Bhashpur
Bhashpur 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 Bhashpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhashpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Bhashpur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhashpur
Where is Bhashpur located?
Bhashpur village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhashpur is Galkunda.
What is the pincode of Bhashpur?
The pincode of Bhashpur is 815312.
What is the population of Bhashpur?
Bhashpur had a total population of 406, including 209 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Bhashpur?
Bhashpur had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhashpur was 73.21%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 51.57%.