Bhola - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Bhola is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kendugari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhola is 340729. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.61 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhola
As per Census 2011, Bhola village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 674 males and 619 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 674 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 321 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 415 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 259 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Bhola
Bhola 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 Bhola
Bhola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Bhola is about 50 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 Bhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhola
Where is Bhola located?
Bhola village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhola is Kendugari.
What is the pincode of Bhola?
The pincode of Bhola is 721506.
What is the population of Bhola?
Bhola has a total population of 1,293, including 674 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Bhola?
There are 270 households in Bhola.
What is the literacy rate in Bhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhola is 54.91%. Male literacy is 61.57% and female literacy is 47.66%.