Bhadar - Nawanagar, Buxar
Bhadar is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Bhadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadar is 248877. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.4 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhadar
As per Census 2011, Bhadar village has a total population of 6,043 people, consisting of 3,102 males and 2,941 females. The village has 971 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,054 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,359 literate and 2,684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,043 | 3,102 | 2,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,054 | 575 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,277 | 644 | 633 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,359 | 1,977 | 1,382 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,684 | 1,125 | 1,559 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadar
Bhadar 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 Bhadar
Bhadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhadar.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Bhadar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Bhadar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadar 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 Bhadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhadar
Where is Bhadar located?
Bhadar village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadar?
Bhadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadar?
The pincode of Bhadar is 802126.
What is the population of Bhadar?
Bhadar has a total population of 6,043, including 3,102 males and 2,941 females.
How many households are there in Bhadar?
There are 971 households in Bhadar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadar is 55.58%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 46.99%.