Islampur - Rajaun, Banka
Islampur is a village situated in the Rajaun subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajaun and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Rajabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Islampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islampur is 240824. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 813107 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Islampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Islampur
As per Census 2011, Islampur village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 249 males and 263 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Islampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 249 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 124 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Islampur
Islampur 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 Islampur
Islampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Islampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhagalpur to Islampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Islampur is about 34 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 Islampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Islampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islampur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Islampur
Where is Islampur located?
Islampur village is located in Rajaun Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Islampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Islampur is Rajabar.
What is the pincode of Islampur?
The pincode of Islampur is 813107.
What is the population of Islampur?
Islampur has a total population of 512, including 249 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Islampur?
There are 97 households in Islampur.
What is the literacy rate in Islampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Islampur is 45.31%. Male literacy is 50.20% and female literacy is 40.68%.