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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankharpur village had a total population of 270 people, including 131 males and 139 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.68%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 60.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 270 | 131 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 270, including 131 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Bhankharpur?
Bhankharpur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankharpur was 71.68%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 60.16%.