Bhagkohilia - Forbesganj, Araria
Bhagkohilia is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Bhag Kohalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhagkohilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagkohilia is 221622. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhagkohilia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhagkohilia
As per Census 2011, Bhagkohilia village has a total population of 7,068 people, consisting of 3,686 males and 3,382 females. The village has 1,391 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,556 literate and 3,512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhagkohilia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,068 | 3,686 | 3,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,374 | 674 | 700 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 170 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,556 | 2,113 | 1,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,512 | 1,573 | 1,939 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagkohilia
Bhagkohilia 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 Bhagkohilia
Public transport in the Bhagkohilia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhagkohilia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farbisganj to Bhagkohilia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Bhagkohilia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagkohilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagkohilia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhagkohilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagkohilia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhagkohilia
Where is Bhagkohilia located?
Bhagkohilia village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhagkohilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhagkohilia is Bhag Kohalia.
What is the pincode of Bhagkohilia?
The pincode of Bhagkohilia is 854318.
What is the population of Bhagkohilia?
Bhagkohilia has a total population of 7,068, including 3,686 males and 3,382 females.
How many households are there in Bhagkohilia?
There are 1,391 households in Bhagkohilia.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagkohilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagkohilia is 50.31%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 42.67%.