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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhoosand village had a total population of 892 people, including 469 males and 423 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.95%, with male literacy at 74.06% and female literacy at 41.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 892 | 469 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 892, including 469 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Bhoosand?
Bhoosand had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoosand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoosand was 58.95%. Male literacy was 74.06% and female literacy was 41.62%.