Gau Bojh - Belthara Road, Ballia
Gau Bojh is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Shahpur Titiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gau Bojh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gau Bojh is 197756. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.7 hectares and falls under the 277216 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gau Bojh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gau Bojh
According to the 2011 Census, Gau Bojh village had a total population of 68 people, including 29 males and 39 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,345 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Gau Bojh
Gau Bojh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Habsapur | North-East | 0.48 km |
| Saidpura | South-West | 0.68 km |
| Sabdalpur | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Bhindlakhan Singha | North | 1.06 km |
| Asadia | West | 1.36 km |
| Deodharia T.bhimpura | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Budhaipur | South | 1.80 km |
| Nathna | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Kandhpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Mahri | South-West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gau Bojh
Public transport in the Gau Bojh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Belthara Road to Gau Bojh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Gau Bojh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gau Bojh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gau Bojh 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 Gau Bojh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gau Bojh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gau Bojh
Where is Gau Bojh located?
Gau Bojh village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gau Bojh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gau Bojh is Shahpur Titiha.
What is the pincode of Gau Bojh?
The pincode of Gau Bojh is 277216.
What is the population of Gau Bojh?
Gau Bojh had a total population of 68, including 29 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Gau Bojh?
Gau Bojh had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gau Bojh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gau Bojh was 70.18%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 68.75%.