Bharkhokha - Ballia
Bharkhokha is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Bharkhokha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharkhokha is 199345. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.2 hectares and falls under the 277403 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Bharkhokha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharkhokha
As per Census 2011, Bharkhokha village has a total population of 1,571 people, consisting of 868 males and 703 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharkhokha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,571 | 868 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 139 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 623 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 245 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Bharkhokha
Bharkhokha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hriday Chak | South | 0.75 km |
| Badilpur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Tulapur | West | 1.02 km |
| Sultanpur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Kathahi | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Lakhpur | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Pokhara | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Baghoonch | East | 1.91 km |
| Parsia | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Kripalpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharkhokha
Bharkhokha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sahatwar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bharkhokha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharkhokha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharkhokha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharkhokha 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 Bharkhokha
Where is Bharkhokha located?
Bharkhokha village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharkhokha?
Bharkhokha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharkhokha?
The pincode of Bharkhokha is 277403.
What is the population of Bharkhokha?
Bharkhokha has a total population of 1,571, including 868 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Bharkhokha?
There are 260 households in Bharkhokha.
What is the literacy rate in Bharkhokha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharkhokha is 58.31%. Male literacy is 71.77% and female literacy is 41.68%.