Bargaon - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Bargaon is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Badgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargaon is 247577. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bargaon
As per Census 2011, Bargaon village has a total population of 10,748 people, consisting of 5,650 males and 5,098 females. The village has 1,711 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,873 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,758 literate and 4,990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,748 | 5,650 | 5,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,873 | 942 | 931 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 531 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,758 | 3,670 | 2,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,990 | 1,980 | 3,010 |
Nearby Villages of Bargaon
Bargaon 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 Bargaon
Bargaon 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 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 Arrah to Bargaon 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 Bargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bargaon
Where is Bargaon located?
Bargaon village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bargaon is Badgaon.
What is the pincode of Bargaon?
The pincode of Bargaon is 802201.
What is the population of Bargaon?
Bargaon has a total population of 10,748, including 5,650 males and 5,098 females.
How many households are there in Bargaon?
There are 1,711 households in Bargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargaon is 53.57%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 40.96%.