Bimawan - Jagdishpur, Bhojpur
Bimawan is a village situated in the Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagdishpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Bimawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bimawan is 247205. The village covers a total geographical area of 728 hectares and falls under the 802152 pincode. Jagdishpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bimawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bimawan
As per Census 2011, Bimawan village has a total population of 8,487 people, consisting of 4,450 males and 4,037 females. The village has 1,154 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,830 literate and 3,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 888 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bimawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,487 | 4,450 | 4,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,537 | 789 | 748 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 450 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 4,830 | 3,004 | 1,826 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,657 | 1,446 | 2,211 |
Nearby Villages of Bimawan
Bimawan 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 Bimawan
Bimawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bimawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jagdishpur to Bimawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Bimawan is about 25 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 Bimawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bimawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bimawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bimawan 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 Bimawan
Where is Bimawan located?
Bimawan village is located in Jagdishpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bimawan?
Bimawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bimawan?
The pincode of Bimawan is 802152.
What is the population of Bimawan?
Bimawan has a total population of 8,487, including 4,450 males and 4,037 females.
How many households are there in Bimawan?
There are 1,154 households in Bimawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bimawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bimawan is 56.91%. Male literacy is 67.51% and female literacy is 45.23%.