Bhairwa - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Bhairwa is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Mishra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhairwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhairwa is 214104. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.96 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 109 km away.
Bhairwa 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 Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhairwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhairwa village had a total population of 242 people, including 131 males and 111 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.54%, with male literacy at 93.07% and female literacy at 59.30%.
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 | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 94 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bhairwa
Bhairwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogi Chaura | South-West | 0.49 km |
| Mishra | East | 1.08 km |
| Paraswara Raja | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Marrak | South | 1.95 km |
| Jamshila (ct) | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Khariya | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Basi | North | 3.28 km |
| Parasawar Chaube | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Barawa Bhatwari | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Kota (ct) | South-West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhairwa
Bhairwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishnashilla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Bhairwa is about 109 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhairwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhairwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhairwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhairwa 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 Bhairwa
Where is Bhairwa located?
Bhairwa village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhairwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhairwa is Mishra.
What is the pincode of Bhairwa?
The pincode of Bhairwa is 231223.
What is the population of Bhairwa?
Bhairwa had a total population of 242, including 131 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Bhairwa?
Bhairwa had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhairwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhairwa was 77.54%. Male literacy was 93.07% and female literacy was 59.30%.