Bagai - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Bagai is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sarauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagai is 239844. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 813108 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bagai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagai
According to the 2011 Census, Bagai village had a total population of 391 people, including 200 males and 191 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 72.44%.
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 | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 148 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 52 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Bagai
Bagai 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 Bagai
Public transport in the Bagai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhagalpur to Bagai is about 40 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 Bagai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bagai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagai 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 Bagai
Where is Bagai located?
Bagai village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagai is Sarauni.
What is the pincode of Bagai?
The pincode of Bagai is 813108.
What is the population of Bagai?
Bagai had a total population of 391, including 200 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Bagai?
Bagai had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagai was 79.57%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 72.44%.