Supaul - Benipur, Darbhanga
Supaul is a village situated in the Benipur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Shivram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supaul is 227263. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Supaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supaul
As per Census 2011, Supaul village has a total population of 2,473 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,172 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 1,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,473 | 1,301 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 206 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 307 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 598 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 703 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Supaul
Supaul 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 Supaul
Supaul 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 Supaul.
| 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 Benipur to Supaul is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Supaul is about 18 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 Supaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supaul 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Supaul
Where is Supaul located?
Supaul village is located in Benipur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Supaul is Shivram.
What is the pincode of Supaul?
The pincode of Supaul is 847203.
What is the population of Supaul?
Supaul has a total population of 2,473, including 1,301 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Supaul?
There are 444 households in Supaul.
What is the literacy rate in Supaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supaul is 39.30%. Male literacy is 45.96% and female literacy is 31.91%.