Babhangawan - Bausi, Banka
Babhangawan is a village situated in the Bausi subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bausi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Babhangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhangawan is 242323. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Babhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhangawan
As per Census 2011, Babhangawan village has a total population of 3,853 people, consisting of 2,046 males and 1,807 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,651 literate and 2,202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,853 | 2,046 | 1,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 396 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 196 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 1,043 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,202 | 1,003 | 1,199 |
Nearby Villages of Babhangawan
Babhangawan 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 Babhangawan
Babhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Babhangawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Babhangawan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhangawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babhangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhangawan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babhangawan
Where is Babhangawan located?
Babhangawan village is located in Bausi Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhangawan is Babhangama.
What is the pincode of Babhangawan?
The pincode of Babhangawan is 813104.
What is the population of Babhangawan?
Babhangawan has a total population of 3,853, including 2,046 males and 1,807 females.
How many households are there in Babhangawan?
There are 704 households in Babhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Babhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhangawan is 42.85%. Male literacy is 50.98% and female literacy is 33.65%.