Hanuman Nagar - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Hanuman Nagar is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Hanuman Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanuman Nagar is 227241. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Hanuman Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hanuman Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Hanuman Nagar village had a total population of 2,478 people, including 1,262 males and 1,216 females, living in 507 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.47%, with male literacy at 64.09% and female literacy at 38.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,478 | 1,262 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 229 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 662 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,442 | 600 | 842 |
Nearby Villages of Hanuman Nagar
Hanuman Nagar 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 Hanuman Nagar
Hanuman Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Hanuman Nagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Hanuman Nagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Hanuman Nagar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanuman Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanuman Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanuman Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanuman Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hanuman Nagar
Where is Hanuman Nagar located?
Hanuman Nagar village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanuman Nagar?
Hanuman Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanuman Nagar?
The pincode of Hanuman Nagar is 847405.
What is the population of Hanuman Nagar?
Hanuman Nagar had a total population of 2,478, including 1,262 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Hanuman Nagar?
Hanuman Nagar had 507 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanuman Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanuman Nagar was 51.47%. Male literacy was 64.09% and female literacy was 38.16%.