Baijnathpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Baijnathpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baijnathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baijnathpur is 240334. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Baijnathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baijnathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Baijnathpur village had a total population of 686 people, including 372 males and 314 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.08%, with male literacy at 79.23% and female literacy at 61.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 686 | 372 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 248 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 124 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Baijnathpur
Baijnathpur 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 Baijnathpur
Baijnathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baijnathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Baijnathpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Baijnathpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baijnathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baijnathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baijnathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baijnathpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baijnathpur
Where is Baijnathpur located?
Baijnathpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baijnathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baijnathpur is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Baijnathpur?
The pincode of Baijnathpur is 813204.
What is the population of Baijnathpur?
Baijnathpur had a total population of 686, including 372 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Baijnathpur?
Baijnathpur had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baijnathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baijnathpur was 71.08%. Male literacy was 79.23% and female literacy was 61.30%.