Sahangi - Garhani, Bhojpur
Sahangi is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Barap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahangi is 247542. The village covers a total geographical area of 399 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sahangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahangi
As per Census 2011, Sahangi village has a total population of 3,182 people, consisting of 1,631 males and 1,551 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,686 literate and 1,496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 641 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,182 | 1,631 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 308 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 330 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,686 | 1,047 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,496 | 584 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Sahangi
Sahangi 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 Sahangi
Sahangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sahangi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Sahangi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahangi 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 Sahangi
Where is Sahangi located?
Sahangi village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahangi is Barap.
What is the pincode of Sahangi?
The pincode of Sahangi is 802203.
What is the population of Sahangi?
Sahangi has a total population of 3,182, including 1,631 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Sahangi?
There are 471 households in Sahangi.
What is the literacy rate in Sahangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahangi is 52.99%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 41.20%.