Balua Buzurg - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Balua Buzurg is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Dhaska serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua Buzurg is 186458. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.95 hectares and falls under the 273413 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Balua 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 Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Balua Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Balua Buzurg village had a total population of 1,807 people, including 919 males and 888 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.63%, with male literacy at 91.71% and female literacy at 79.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 1,807 | 919 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 111 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,370 | 741 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 178 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Balua Buzurg
Balua Buzurg 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 Balua Buzurg
Balua Buzurg 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Balua Buzurg is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balua Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balua 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 Balua Buzurg 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 Balua Buzurg
Where is Balua Buzurg located?
Balua Buzurg village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balua Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua Buzurg is Dhaska.
What is the pincode of Balua Buzurg?
The pincode of Balua Buzurg is 273413.
What is the population of Balua Buzurg?
Balua Buzurg had a total population of 1,807, including 919 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Balua Buzurg?
Balua Buzurg had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua Buzurg was 85.63%. Male literacy was 91.71% and female literacy was 79.42%.