Bojhiya - Sagri, Azamgarh
Bojhiya is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Mahuliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bojhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bojhiya is 193286. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.82 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bojhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bojhiya
As per Census 2011, Bojhiya village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 316 males and 307 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bojhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 316 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 244 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 72 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Bojhiya
Bojhiya 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 Bojhiya
Bojhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Azamgarh to Bojhiya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Bojhiya is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bojhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bojhiya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bojhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bojhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bojhiya
Where is Bojhiya located?
Bojhiya village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bojhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bojhiya is Mahuliya.
What is the pincode of Bojhiya?
The pincode of Bojhiya is 276139.
What is the population of Bojhiya?
Bojhiya has a total population of 623, including 316 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Bojhiya?
There are 73 households in Bojhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bojhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bojhiya is 66.45%. Male literacy is 77.22% and female literacy is 55.37%.