Bhala Buzurg - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bhala Buzurg is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bhala Buzurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhala Buzurg is 203894. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.31 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhala Buzurg 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 Bhala Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Bhala Buzurg village has a total population of 1,064 people, consisting of 532 males and 532 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhala Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,064 | 532 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 277 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 320 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 212 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Bhala Buzurg
Bhala Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bewda | South | 0.86 km |
| Fatimpur | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Raipur | East | 1.03 km |
| Bisunpur | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Dasrathpur | West | 1.31 km |
| Mathia | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Higanpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bhikhaipur | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Mala Khurd | North | 1.71 km |
| Nadepur | South | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhala Buzurg
Bhala Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Bhala Buzurg is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Bhala Buzurg 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 Bhala Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhala Buzurg 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 Bhala Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhala Buzurg 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 Bhala Buzurg
Where is Bhala Buzurg located?
Bhala Buzurg village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhala Buzurg?
Bhala Buzurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhala Buzurg?
The pincode of Bhala Buzurg is 275204.
What is the population of Bhala Buzurg?
Bhala Buzurg has a total population of 1,064, including 532 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Bhala Buzurg?
There are 163 households in Bhala Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Bhala Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhala Buzurg is 52.63%. Male literacy is 60.15% and female literacy is 45.11%.