Bagha - Shambhuganj, Banka
Bagha is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Poukari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagha is 240464. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bagha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagha
As per Census 2011, Bagha village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 722 males and 639 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 722 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 354 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 636 | 398 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 324 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Bagha
Bagha 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 Bagha
Bagha 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 Banka to Bagha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagha
Where is Bagha located?
Bagha village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagha is Poukari.
What is the pincode of Bagha?
The pincode of Bagha is 813211.
What is the population of Bagha?
Bagha has a total population of 1,361, including 722 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Bagha?
There are 243 households in Bagha.
What is the literacy rate in Bagha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagha is 46.73%. Male literacy is 55.12% and female literacy is 37.25%.