Bachhni - Amarpur, Banka
Bachhni is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kushmaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhni is 240561. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bachhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachhni
As per Census 2011, Bachhni village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 604 males and 568 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachhni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 604 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 90 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 322 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 282 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhni
Bachhni 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 Bachhni
Bachhni 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Bachhni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bachhni is about 30 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 Bachhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhni 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 Bachhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhni 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 Bachhni
Where is Bachhni located?
Bachhni village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhni is Kushmaha.
What is the pincode of Bachhni?
The pincode of Bachhni is 813104.
What is the population of Bachhni?
Bachhni has a total population of 1,172, including 604 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Bachhni?
There are 233 households in Bachhni.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhni is 47.44%. Male literacy is 53.31% and female literacy is 41.20%.