Bhankharpur - Harraiya, Basti
Bhankharpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Majhiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhankharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankharpur is 180362. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.34 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhankharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankharpur
As per Census 2011, Bhankharpur village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 131 males and 139 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhankharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 131 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 43 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankharpur
Bhankharpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhankharpur
Bhankharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Bhankharpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Bhankharpur is about 26 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 Bhankharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhankharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhankharpur
Where is Bhankharpur located?
Bhankharpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhankharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhankharpur is Majhiyar.
What is the pincode of Bhankharpur?
The pincode of Bhankharpur is 272301.
What is the population of Bhankharpur?
Bhankharpur has a total population of 270, including 131 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Bhankharpur?
There are 45 households in Bhankharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankharpur is 60.00%. Male literacy is 67.18% and female literacy is 53.24%.