Bhaiswar - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Bhaiswar is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bhanswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaiswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaiswar is 213016. The village covers a total geographical area of 1364.48 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bhaiswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhaiswar
As per Census 2011, Bhaiswar village has a total population of 4,486 people, consisting of 2,373 males and 2,113 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,280 literate and 2,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaiswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,486 | 2,373 | 2,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 769 | 409 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,392 | 731 | 661 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,280 | 1,413 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,206 | 960 | 1,246 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaiswar
Bhaiswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagahi | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Tendua Khurd | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Dhavraha | North | 3.01 km |
| Bagpokhar | East | 3.10 km |
| Magaradaha | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Tendui | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Visundhary | South | 3.36 km |
| Dhanawal | North | 3.80 km |
| Amilia | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Raikari | North-West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhaiswar
Bhaiswar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| 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 |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Bhaiswar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaiswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaiswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaiswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaiswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhaiswar
Where is Bhaiswar located?
Bhaiswar village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaiswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaiswar is Bhanswar.
What is the pincode of Bhaiswar?
The pincode of Bhaiswar is 231210.
What is the population of Bhaiswar?
Bhaiswar has a total population of 4,486, including 2,373 males and 2,113 females.
How many households are there in Bhaiswar?
There are 723 households in Bhaiswar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaiswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaiswar is 50.82%. Male literacy is 59.54% and female literacy is 41.03%.