Bhelwa - Gawan, Giridih
Bhelwa is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Patna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhelwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelwa is 350269. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.87 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Bhelwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhelwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhelwa village had a total population of 942 people, including 495 males and 447 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.60%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 38.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 942 | 495 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 270 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 225 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelwa
Bhelwa 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
Public transport in the Bhelwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Bhelwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhelwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhelwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhelwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhelwa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhelwa
Where is Bhelwa located?
Bhelwa village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhelwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhelwa is Patna.
What is the pincode of Bhelwa?
The pincode of Bhelwa is 815313.
What is the population of Bhelwa?
Bhelwa had a total population of 942, including 495 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Bhelwa?
Bhelwa had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelwa was 53.60%. Male literacy was 67.84% and female literacy was 38.08%.