Hatibala - Bhargama, Araria
Hatibala 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Naya Bhargama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatibala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatibala is 221686. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.31 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hatibala 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 Hatibala
As per Census 2011, Hatibala village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,160 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 581 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 824 literate and 1,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hatibala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,191 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 581 | 294 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 270 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 568 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,527 | 623 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Hatibala
Hatibala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanesri Milik | North | 1.55 km |
| Lachhmipur | East | 2.36 km |
| Tengraha | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Rampuradi | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Bhatgaon Chakla | East | 2.83 km |
| Jasodapur | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Hingua Patti | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Hingua Chakla | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Chiraiya | North | 3.93 km |
| Hingua Jot | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hatibala
Hatibala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Janakinagar, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Hatibala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Hatibala 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 Hatibala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatibala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hatibala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatibala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hatibala
Where is Hatibala located?
Hatibala village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatibala?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatibala is Naya Bhargama.
What is the pincode of Hatibala?
The pincode of Hatibala is 854102.
What is the population of Hatibala?
Hatibala has a total population of 2,351, including 1,191 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Hatibala?
There are 455 households in Hatibala.
What is the literacy rate in Hatibala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatibala is 35.05%. Male literacy is 47.69% and female literacy is 22.07%.