Bhargaon - Bhargama, Araria
Bhargaon is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Bhargama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhargaon is 221648. The village covers a total geographical area of 974 hectares and falls under the 854202 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narpatganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhargaon village had a total population of 8,913 people, including 4,615 males and 4,298 females, living in 1,997 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.28%, with male literacy at 67.95% and female literacy at 47.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,751, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 8,913 | 4,615 | 4,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,737 | 880 | 857 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,751 | 1,415 | 1,336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 4,182 | 2,538 | 1,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,731 | 2,077 | 2,654 |
Nearby Villages of Bhargaon
Bhargaon 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 Bhargaon
Public transport in the Bhargaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Bhargaon is about 40 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 Bhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhargaon
Where is Bhargaon located?
Bhargaon village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhargaon is Bhargama.
What is the pincode of Bhargaon?
The pincode of Bhargaon is 854202.
What is the population of Bhargaon?
Bhargaon had a total population of 8,913, including 4,615 males and 4,298 females.
How many households are there in Bhargaon?
Bhargaon had 1,997 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhargaon was 58.28%. Male literacy was 67.95% and female literacy was 47.78%.