Bhojua - Hariharganj, Palamu
Bhojua is a village situated in the Hariharganj subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hariharganj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Salaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojua is 365331. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 822131 pincode.
Bhojua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhojua
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojua village had a total population of 430 people, including 223 males and 207 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.20%, with male literacy at 89.30% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 430 | 223 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 167 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojua
Bhojua 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 Bhojua
Bhojua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Bhojua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhojua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojua 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojua 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 Bhojua
Where is Bhojua located?
Bhojua village is located in Hariharganj Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhojua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojua is Salaiya.
What is the pincode of Bhojua?
The pincode of Bhojua is 822131.
What is the population of Bhojua?
Bhojua had a total population of 430, including 223 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Bhojua?
Bhojua had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojua was 77.20%. Male literacy was 89.30% and female literacy was 64.41%.