Balihamau - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Balihamau is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Rai Pur Bharkhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balihamau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balihamau is 158331. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.08 hectares and falls under the 230204 pincode.
Balihamau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balihamau
According to the 2011 Census, Balihamau village had a total population of 558 people, including 288 males and 270 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 558 | 288 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 93 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 210 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 78 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Balihamau
Balihamau 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 Balihamau
Balihamau 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Balihamau is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balihamau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balihamau 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 Balihamau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balihamau 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 Balihamau
Where is Balihamau located?
Balihamau village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balihamau?
The Gram Panchayat of Balihamau is Rai Pur Bharkhi.
What is the pincode of Balihamau?
The pincode of Balihamau is 230204.
What is the population of Balihamau?
Balihamau had a total population of 558, including 288 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Balihamau?
Balihamau had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balihamau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balihamau was 72.54%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 63.16%.