Baligaon - Garhani, Bhojpur
Baligaon is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Baligaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligaon is 247533. The village covers a total geographical area of 1681 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Baligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baligaon
As per Census 2011, Baligaon village has a total population of 13,976 people, consisting of 7,301 males and 6,675 females. The village has 2,236 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,801 literate and 6,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baligaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,976 | 7,301 | 6,675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,421 | 1,247 | 1,174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,178 | 1,175 | 1,003 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,801 | 4,824 | 2,977 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,175 | 2,477 | 3,698 |
Nearby Villages of Baligaon
Baligaon 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 Baligaon
Baligaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Baligaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Baligaon is about 28 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 Baligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baligaon 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 Baligaon
Where is Baligaon located?
Baligaon village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baligaon?
Baligaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baligaon?
The pincode of Baligaon is 802203.
What is the population of Baligaon?
Baligaon has a total population of 13,976, including 7,301 males and 6,675 females.
How many households are there in Baligaon?
There are 2,236 households in Baligaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baligaon is 55.82%. Male literacy is 66.07% and female literacy is 44.60%.