Bhalawa - Chunar, Mirzapur
Bhalawa is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Bhalwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalawa is 212518. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.54 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhalawa 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalawa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalawa village had a total population of 1,680 people, including 923 males and 757 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.94%, with male literacy at 68.60% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 1,680 | 923 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 149 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 531 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 392 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalawa
Bhalawa 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 Bhalawa
Bhalawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhalawa.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Bhalawa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Bhalawa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalawa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalawa 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 Bhalawa
Where is Bhalawa located?
Bhalawa village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhalawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalawa is Bhalwa.
What is the pincode of Bhalawa?
The pincode of Bhalawa is 231304.
What is the population of Bhalawa?
Bhalawa had a total population of 1,680, including 923 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Bhalawa?
Bhalawa had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalawa was 58.94%. Male literacy was 68.60% and female literacy was 47.37%.