Birnagar - Bhargama, Araria
Birnagar is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Beer Nagar East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birnagar is 221671. The village covers a total geographical area of 853 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Birnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Birnagar village had a total population of 18,596 people, including 9,718 males and 8,878 females, living in 3,558 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.62%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 34.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 968.
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 | 18,596 | 9,718 | 8,878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,273 | 2,228 | 2,045 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 482 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,391 | 4,057 | 2,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,205 | 5,661 | 6,544 |
Nearby Villages of Birnagar
Birnagar 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 Birnagar
Birnagar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Birnagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Birnagar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birnagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birnagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birnagar
Where is Birnagar located?
Birnagar village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birnagar is Beer Nagar East.
What is the pincode of Birnagar?
The pincode of Birnagar is 854102.
What is the population of Birnagar?
Birnagar had a total population of 18,596, including 9,718 males and 8,878 females.
How many households are there in Birnagar?
Birnagar had 3,558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birnagar was 44.62%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 34.16%.