Baghouna Kala - Ballia
Baghouna Kala is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Baghouna Kala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghouna Kala is 198956. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.27 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baghouna Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghouna Kala
As per Census 2011, Baghouna Kala village has a total population of 2,597 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,259 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,670 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghouna Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,597 | 1,338 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 170 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 795 | 406 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 987 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 351 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Baghouna Kala
Baghouna Kala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahpur Mutlke Amao | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Fatehpur | East | 1.11 km |
| Ebrahimpur Adai | West | 1.15 km |
| Tal Sayal | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Jajar Mafi | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Umarpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Jajar Khalsa | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Neura | North | 1.83 km |
| Baghouna Khurd | South | 1.94 km |
| Amao | South-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baghouna Kala
Baghouna Kala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Baghouna Kala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Baghouna Kala is about 38 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 Baghouna Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghouna Kala 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 Baghouna Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghouna Kala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baghouna Kala
Where is Baghouna Kala located?
Baghouna Kala village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghouna Kala?
Baghouna Kala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baghouna Kala?
The pincode of Baghouna Kala is 277501.
What is the population of Baghouna Kala?
Baghouna Kala has a total population of 2,597, including 1,338 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Baghouna Kala?
There are 350 households in Baghouna Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Baghouna Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghouna Kala is 64.30%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 54.25%.