Bangawan - Belhar, Banka
Bangawan is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Ranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangawan is 241509. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bangawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bangawan village had a total population of 694 people, including 365 males and 329 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 61.87%.
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 | 694 | 365 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 69 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 238 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 127 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Bangawan
Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Public transport in the Bangawan 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 Banka to Bangawan is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bangawan
Where is Bangawan located?
Bangawan village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangawan is Ranga.
What is the pincode of Bangawan?
The pincode of Bangawan is 812005.
What is the population of Bangawan?
Bangawan had a total population of 694, including 365 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Bangawan?
Bangawan had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangawan was 71.43%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 61.87%.