Bhakhar - Bairia, Ballia
Bhakhar is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kharika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhakhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakhar is 199917. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.37 hectares and falls under the 277209 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhakhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakhar
As per Census 2011, Bhakhar village has a total population of 879 people, consisting of 464 males and 415 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhakhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 464 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 343 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 121 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakhar
Bhakhar 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 Bhakhar
Bhakhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhakhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ballia to Bhakhar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Bhakhar is about 35 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 Bhakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakhar 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 Bhakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakhar 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 Bhakhar
Where is Bhakhar located?
Bhakhar village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhakhar is Kharika.
What is the pincode of Bhakhar?
The pincode of Bhakhar is 277209.
What is the population of Bhakhar?
Bhakhar has a total population of 879, including 464 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Bhakhar?
There are 126 households in Bhakhar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakhar is 65.87%. Male literacy is 73.92% and female literacy is 56.87%.