Bherawal - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Bherawal is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kolakari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherawal is 213213. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.82 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bherawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bherawal
According to the 2011 Census, Bherawal village had a total population of 234 people, including 114 males and 120 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.52%, with male literacy at 42.22% and female literacy at 30.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 234 | 114 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 76 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bherawal
Bherawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Onauli | West | 1.30 km |
| Sohdaul | North | 1.90 km |
| Jamgawan | North | 1.99 km |
| Kolakari | West | 2.02 km |
| Marachhi | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Kohargarh | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Bichhwar | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Raipura | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Barak | North-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bherawal
Public transport in the Bherawal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Roberts Ganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Bherawal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherawal 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 Bherawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherawal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bherawal
Where is Bherawal located?
Bherawal village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bherawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherawal is Kolakari.
What is the pincode of Bherawal?
The pincode of Bherawal is 231210.
What is the population of Bherawal?
Bherawal had a total population of 234, including 114 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bherawal?
Bherawal had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bherawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherawal was 36.52%. Male literacy was 42.22% and female literacy was 30.68%.