Bhant Purwa - Colonelganj, Gonda
Bhant Purwa is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Bhatpurwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhant Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhant Purwa is 175028. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.35 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Conail Gana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhant 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 Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhant Purwa
As per Census 2011, Bhant Purwa village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 671 males and 592 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 764 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhant Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 671 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 462 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 209 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Bhant Purwa
Bhant Purwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammadpur Garawar | West | 1.00 km |
| Tenganaha | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Basariya | North | 1.66 km |
| Rek Sadiya | South | 2.15 km |
| Chandrabhanpur | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Dhanawa | East | 2.57 km |
| Fatehpur Kotahana | East | 3.08 km |
| Shahpur | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Dhar Kuinya | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Davli | South | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhant Purwa
Bhant Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarju, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| 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 Conail Gana to Bhant Purwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Bhant Purwa is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhant Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhant Purwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhant 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 Bhant Purwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhant Purwa
Where is Bhant Purwa located?
Bhant Purwa village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhant Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhant Purwa is Bhatpurwa.
What is the pincode of Bhant Purwa?
The pincode of Bhant Purwa is 271502.
What is the population of Bhant Purwa?
Bhant Purwa has a total population of 1,263, including 671 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Bhant Purwa?
There are 224 households in Bhant Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhant Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhant Purwa is 60.49%. Male literacy is 68.85% and female literacy is 51.01%.