Bewda - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bewda is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhania and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bewda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bewda is 203920. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.25 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bewda 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 Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bewda
According to the 2011 Census, Bewda village had a total population of 948 people, including 489 males and 459 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.09%, with male literacy at 91.63% and female literacy at 57.70%.
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 | 948 | 489 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 394 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 95 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Bewda
Bewda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhala Buzurg | North | 0.86 km |
| Nadepur | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Bhikhaipur | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Higanpur | West | 1.33 km |
| Raipur | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Dasrathpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Fatimpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Baghaw | East | 1.83 km |
| Bisunpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Husanpur Umarwasi | South | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bewda
Bewda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadat to Bewda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Bewda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bewda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bewda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bewda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bewda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bewda
Where is Bewda located?
Bewda village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bewda?
Bewda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bewda?
The pincode of Bewda is 275204.
What is the population of Bewda?
Bewda had a total population of 948, including 489 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Bewda?
Bewda had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bewda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bewda was 75.09%. Male literacy was 91.63% and female literacy was 57.70%.