Bhol - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Bhol is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhol is 340591. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.2 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhol
According to the 2011 Census, Bhol village had a total population of 861 people, including 421 males and 440 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.88%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 50.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 799.
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 | 861 | 421 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 383 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 243 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 178 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bhol
Bhol 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 Bhol
Bhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Bhol is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhol
Where is Bhol located?
Bhol village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhol is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Bhol?
The pincode of Bhol is 721517.
What is the population of Bhol?
Bhol had a total population of 861, including 421 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Bhol?
Bhol had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhol was 58.88%. Male literacy was 67.88% and female literacy was 50.64%.