Bath - Sultanganj, Bhagalpur
Bath is a village situated in the Sultanganj subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bath is 239706. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 813108 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bath
According to the 2011 Census, Bath village had a total population of 1,437 people, including 727 males and 710 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.91%, with male literacy at 68.94% and female literacy at 54.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 1,437 | 727 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 424 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 303 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Bath
Bath 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 Bath
Public transport in the Bath 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Bath is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bath is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bath 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 Bath
Where is Bath located?
Bath village is located in Sultanganj Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bath?
The Gram Panchayat of Bath is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Bath?
The pincode of Bath is 813108.
What is the population of Bath?
Bath had a total population of 1,437, including 727 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Bath?
Bath had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bath was 61.91%. Male literacy was 68.94% and female literacy was 54.83%.