Banawan

Banawan is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Basudeo Pur is the gram panchayat of Banawan village.

Banawan has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banawan is 239823. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares. Bhagalpur is nearest town to Banawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Banawan

Below is a concise population overview of Banawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,033 531 502
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 169 80 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 3 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 699 403 296
Illiterate Population 334 128 206

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banawan village:

  • The total population of Banawan village is around 1,033, including approximately 531 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Banawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banawan village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banawan village is about 67.67%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 58.96%.
  • There are around 234 households in Banawan village.

Connectivity of Banawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banawan. As per the 2011 stats, Banawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Banawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Banawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banawan.

Pachkathia Banawan Arazi Bariarpur Bariarpur Inglish Bariarpur Mal Imadpur Mahagawan Harnathpur Samastipur Hajikita Milki

Frequently Asked Questions about Banawan

Where is Banawan located?
Banawan village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Banawan is Basudeo Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Banawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banawan is 1,033, with 531 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Banawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banawan village has a total of 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banawan is 67.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 58.96%.