Bhawanipur - Narpatganj, Araria
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 221491. The village covers a total geographical area of 711 hectares and falls under the 854336 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhawanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhawanipur village has a total population of 4,967 people, consisting of 2,590 males and 2,377 females. The village has 965 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,597 literate and 3,370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,967 | 2,590 | 2,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,146 | 609 | 537 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,557 | 820 | 737 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,597 | 1,039 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,370 | 1,551 | 1,819 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamat Pathraha | North | 1.33 km |
| Parsa | West | 1.68 km |
| Bhadwar | South | 1.98 km |
| Parsa Milik | West | 2.16 km |
| Nathbari | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Amrori | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Lalpurgot | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Hanumannagar | South | 3.68 km |
| Tulsipatti | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Kusahar | West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Forbesganj to Bhawanipur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Bhawanipur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 854336.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 4,967, including 2,590 males and 2,377 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 965 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 32.15%. Male literacy is 40.12% and female literacy is 23.47%.