Baghakol - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Baghakol is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Harihar Urdana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghakol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghakol is 253944. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 824301 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Baghakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutumba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghakol
According to the 2011 Census, Baghakol village had a total population of 230 people, including 118 males and 112 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 57.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 78 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 40 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Baghakol
Baghakol 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 Baghakol
Baghakol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Baghakol has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Baghakol is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Baghakol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baghakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baghakol
Where is Baghakol located?
Baghakol village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghakol is Harihar Urdana.
What is the pincode of Baghakol?
The pincode of Baghakol is 824301.
What is the population of Baghakol?
Baghakol had a total population of 230, including 118 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Baghakol?
Baghakol had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghakol was 67.35%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 57.45%.