Bharuhia - Chunar, Mirzapur
Bharuhia 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 53 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Khajuraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharuhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharuhia is 212521. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.04 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bharuhia 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 Bharuhia
According to the 2011 Census, Bharuhia village had a total population of 1,128 people, including 599 males and 529 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 58.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 1,128 | 599 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 105 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 403 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 196 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Bharuhia
Bharuhia 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 Bharuhia
Bharuhia 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 located within 2-5 km of Bharuhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Bharuhia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Bharuhia is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharuhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharuhia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharuhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharuhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bharuhia
Where is Bharuhia located?
Bharuhia village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharuhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharuhia is Khajuraul.
What is the pincode of Bharuhia?
The pincode of Bharuhia is 231304.
What is the population of Bharuhia?
Bharuhia had a total population of 1,128, including 599 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Bharuhia?
Bharuhia had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharuhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharuhia was 70.32%. Male literacy was 81.58% and female literacy was 58.11%.