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Balhampur

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This article is about Balhampur village which is in Saharsa district. For Don't confuse with Balrampur Uttar Pradesh, see Balrampur. For And also Don't confuse with Berhampur, Odisha, see Berhampur.

Balhampur
village
Flag of Balhampur
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Balhampur is located in Bihar
Balhampur
Balhampur
Location in Bihar, India
Balhampur is located in India
Balhampur
Balhampur
Balhampur (India)
Coordinates: 25°45′54″N 86°34′28″E / 25.76500°N 86.57444°E / 25.76500; 86.57444
Country India
StateBihar
RegionMithila[1]
DistrictSaharsa
Government
 • TypeBihar Government
 • BodyMukhiya
 • MukhiyaMati Sabujiya Devi
Elevation
45 m (148 ft)
Population
 • Total3,803
Languages
 • OfficialHindi[2]
 • Additional officialUrdu[2]
 • RegionalMaithili[3]
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
852127
Vehicle registrationBR 19

Balhampur is a village in the southern part of Saharsa District, Bihar. It lies in the Simri Bakhtiyarpur Block and Khagaria Assembly constituency at coordinates 25°45′54″N 86°34′28″E / 25.76500°N 86.57444°E / 25.76500; 86.57444 at an elevation of 45 meters above MSL.[4][5][6][7]

Geography

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Balhampur
Balhampur Village Badiya Tola view In 24

Balhampur is situated to the south of Saharsa District in Bihar. The village is bordered by Simri Bakhtiyarpur (5 km north), Mahkhar, and Bhorha (2 km east), with Saharsa located 15 km to the north.

Demographics

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Balhampur spans 264 hectares with a population of 3,803 people, including 1,992 males and 1,811 females.[8] The village has a literacy rate of 42.44%, with 52.76% male and 31.09% female literacy.[9] The majority of the population 92% practices Hinduism, followed by 8.9% Muslims, and 1.1% belong to other religions. The fertility rate in Balhampur is 2. There are approximately 722 households in the village.[10] Maithili is the most spoken regional language. Hindi is the official language, while Urdu is additional official.[2]

Economy

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Balhampur people working on Farming of rice and other vegetables

Balhampur’s economy is largely agricultural, with wheat, rice, and makhana (fox nut) as the primary crops. Makhana, in particular, is a major export, valued for its nutritional benefits and culinary uses. These crops support local markets and trade with other states. Additionally, small-scale industries like paper notebook, soap, and snack production contribute to the local economy, though agriculture remains the dominant sector sustaining the livelihoods of most residents.[11]

Culture and society

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The people of Balhampur celebrate festivals with great enthusiasm and unity. Chhath Puja is the most significant and widely observed festival in the village, marking a key cultural event. The community takes pride in its strong cultural traditions, with festivals and rituals being celebrated in a well-organised and spirited manner.[12]

Landmarks and point of interest

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Key landmarks near Balhampur include the State Bank of India branch in Simri Bakhtiyarpur, located 5 km to the north. Additionally, National Highway 231 passes nearby, connecting the village to other significant locations in the region.[13]

Government and politics

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Balhampur is governed locally by the Mukhiya, Sabujiya Devi, who oversees the village’s administration and development.[14]

Transportation

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Balhampur's nearest railway station is Baba Raghuni Halt Dwarika which is 3 km east, Darbhanga Airport 101 km and National Highway 231.[15]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ https://mithilanchalgroup.com/blog/index.php/2020/08/22/information-about-maithili-language/
  2. ^ a b c "52nd Report of the Commissioner for Linguistic Minorities in India" (PDF). nclm.nic.in. Ministry of Minority Affairs. Archived from the original (PDF) on 25 May 2017. Retrieved 7 December 2018.
  3. ^ https://mithilanchalgroup.com/blog/index.php/2020/08/22/information-about-maithili-language/
  4. ^ "Balhampur BO Pin Code: Find Pin Code of Balhampur BO locality of Bihar - NDTV.com". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  5. ^ english. "Balhampur Pin Code - 852127, All Post Office Areas PIN Codes, Search saharsa Post Office Address". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 12 November 2024.
  6. ^ "Pin Code: 852127, List of Post Offices, SAHARSA, BIHAR Pincode.net.in". pincode.net.in. Retrieved 12 November 2024.
  7. ^ "Balhampur Branch Post Office, Saharsa 27, Bihar". Post Offices. Retrieved 12 November 2024.
  8. ^ "Balhampur Village Population - Simri Bakhtiarpur - Saharsa, Bihar". www.census2011.co.in. Retrieved 13 November 2024.
  9. ^ "Balhampur Village Population - Simri Bakhtiarpur - Saharsa, Bihar". www.census2011.co.in. Retrieved 13 November 2024.
  10. ^ "Balhampur Village Population - Simri Bakhtiarpur - Saharsa, Bihar". www.census2011.co.in. Retrieved 13 November 2024.
  11. ^ "Bihar Budget Analysis 2023-24". PRS Legislative Research. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  12. ^ Jha, Dr Suprita (2022). "Mithilanchal or the land of Sita: A forgotten rich cultural heritage". International Journal of Literacy and Education. 2 (1): 37–43.
  13. ^ "STATE BANK OF INDIA IFSC Code Simri Bakhtiarpur Branch - SBIN0003006". Groww. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
  14. ^ "Mukhiya's Responsibilities In Rural Governance: Understanding The Key Role - Explore Panchayats, Villages In Indian State". 3 November 2023. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
  15. ^ "Baba Raghuni Halt Dwarika (BRHD) Railway Station: Station Code, Schedule & Train Enquiry - RailYatri". www.railyatri.in. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
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