Bhoosand - Handia, Prayagraj
Bhoosand is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. Sarai Alam Madari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhoosand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoosand is 162689. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.11 hectares and falls under the 221502 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town.
Bhoosand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhoosand
As per Census 2011, Bhoosand village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 469 males and 423 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhoosand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 469 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 294 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 175 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoosand
Bhoosand 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 Bhoosand
Bhoosand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhoosand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Bhoosand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoosand 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 Bhoosand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoosand 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 Bhoosand
Where is Bhoosand located?
Bhoosand village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoosand?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhoosand is Sarai Alam Madari.
What is the pincode of Bhoosand?
The pincode of Bhoosand is 221502.
What is the population of Bhoosand?
Bhoosand has a total population of 892, including 469 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Bhoosand?
There are 133 households in Bhoosand.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoosand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoosand is 49.10%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 34.04%.