Bachhaur - Belhar, Banka
Bachhaur is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhaur is 241513. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 813212 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bachhaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachhaur
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhaur village had a total population of 369 people, including 196 males and 173 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.62%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 83.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 369 | 196 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 144 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 52 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhaur
Bachhaur 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 Bachhaur
Bachhaur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Bachhaur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bachhaur is about 40 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 Bachhaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhaur 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 Bachhaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhaur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bachhaur
Where is Bachhaur located?
Bachhaur village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachhaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhaur is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Bachhaur?
The pincode of Bachhaur is 813212.
What is the population of Bachhaur?
Bachhaur had a total population of 369, including 196 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Bachhaur?
Bachhaur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhaur was 85.62%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 83.78%.