Bhat Purwa - Harraiya, Basti
Bhat Purwa is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Narharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhat Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhat Purwa is 180355. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.31 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhat Purwa 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 Bhat Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhat Purwa village had a total population of 682 people, including 323 males and 359 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.94%, with male literacy at 79.78% and female literacy at 64.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 682 | 323 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 51 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 121 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 217 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 106 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Bhat Purwa
Bhat Purwa 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 Bhat Purwa
Bhat Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Bhat Purwa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Bhat Purwa is about 28 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 Bhat Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhat Purwa 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhat Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhat Purwa 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 Bhat Purwa
Where is Bhat Purwa located?
Bhat Purwa village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhat Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhat Purwa is Narharpur.
What is the pincode of Bhat Purwa?
The pincode of Bhat Purwa is 272301.
What is the population of Bhat Purwa?
Bhat Purwa had a total population of 682, including 323 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Bhat Purwa?
Bhat Purwa had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhat Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhat Purwa was 71.94%. Male literacy was 79.78% and female literacy was 64.60%.