Bamhani - Rajpur, Buxar
Bamhani is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Barupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhani is 248413. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bamhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhani
As per Census 2011, Bamhani village has a total population of 1,217 people, consisting of 632 males and 585 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 632 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 132 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 557 | 330 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 302 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhani
Bamhani 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 Bamhani
Bamhani 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 Bamhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buxar to Bamhani is about 20 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 Bamhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhani 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bamhani
Where is Bamhani located?
Bamhani village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhani is Barupur.
What is the pincode of Bamhani?
The pincode of Bamhani is 802122.
What is the population of Bamhani?
Bamhani has a total population of 1,217, including 632 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Bamhani?
There are 217 households in Bamhani.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhani is 45.77%. Male literacy is 52.22% and female literacy is 38.80%.