Balbharia - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Balbharia is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Balbharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balbharia is 173709. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.06 hectares and falls under the 271205 pincode. Pachpedawa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Balbharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balbharia
As per Census 2011, Balbharia village has a total population of 818 people, consisting of 433 males and 385 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balbharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 433 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 223 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 210 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Balbharia
Balbharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakrijeetpur | West | 1.15 km |
| Pipra Sandwa | East | 1.58 km |
| Majgawaan | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Bishunpur Koder | North | 2.18 km |
| Kushmahar | West | 2.22 km |
| Dhamauli | South | 2.29 km |
| Sownahwa | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Hariharpur | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Farendi | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Sugwa Koder | South-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balbharia
Balbharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachpedawa to Balbharia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Balbharia is about 68 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 Balbharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balbharia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balbharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balbharia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balbharia
Where is Balbharia located?
Balbharia village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balbharia?
Balbharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balbharia?
The pincode of Balbharia is 271205.
What is the population of Balbharia?
Balbharia has a total population of 818, including 433 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Balbharia?
There are 139 households in Balbharia.
What is the literacy rate in Balbharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balbharia is 42.18%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 31.69%.