Bezhari - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bezhari is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bezhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bezhari is 203951. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.46 hectares and falls under the 275203 pincode.
Bezhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bezhari
As per Census 2011, Bezhari village has a total population of 2,863 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,527 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,594 literate and 1,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bezhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,863 | 1,336 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 261 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 169 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,594 | 859 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 477 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Bezhari
Bezhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Mafi Khargali | North | 0.81 km |
| Hazipur | East | 0.91 km |
| Baddhopur | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Orasan | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Maihauli | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Ebrahimpur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Khalilpur | East | 1.85 km |
| Dehwan | West | 1.93 km |
| Waksupur | South | 2.04 km |
| Majui | South | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bezhari
Bezhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Bezhari is about 35 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 Bezhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bezhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bezhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bezhari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bezhari
Where is Bezhari located?
Bezhari village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bezhari?
Bezhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bezhari?
The pincode of Bezhari is 275203.
What is the population of Bezhari?
Bezhari has a total population of 2,863, including 1,336 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Bezhari?
There are 409 households in Bezhari.
What is the literacy rate in Bezhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bezhari is 55.68%. Male literacy is 64.30% and female literacy is 48.13%.