Bilharka - Naraini, Banda
Bilharka is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Bilharka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilharka is 155433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.91 hectares and falls under the 210129 pincode. Naraini is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bilharka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilharka
According to the 2011 Census, Bilharka village had a total population of 3,371 people, including 1,821 males and 1,550 females, living in 648 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.78%, with male literacy at 61.99% and female literacy at 46.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 794.
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 | 3,371 | 1,821 | 1,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 282 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 794 | 418 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,546 | 954 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 867 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Bilharka
Bilharka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karatal | East | 3.77 km |
| Ragauli Bhatpura | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Kadraha | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Sukwaha | South | 4.23 km |
| Badhari | West | 4.67 km |
| Biharpurwa | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Rajapur | South | 5.01 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 5.01 km |
| Laulas | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Nehar | North | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilharka
Bilharka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Atarra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naraini to Bilharka is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Bilharka is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilharka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilharka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilharka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilharka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilharka
Where is Bilharka located?
Bilharka village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilharka?
Bilharka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilharka?
The pincode of Bilharka is 210129.
What is the population of Bilharka?
Bilharka had a total population of 3,371, including 1,821 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Bilharka?
Bilharka had 648 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilharka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilharka was 54.78%. Male literacy was 61.99% and female literacy was 46.14%.