Hanti - Biraul, Darbhanga
Hanti is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Uchati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanti is 227738. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Hanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kusheshwar asthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanti
According to the 2011 Census, Hanti village had a total population of 3,275 people, including 1,738 males and 1,537 females, living in 672 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.89%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 44.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 701, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,275 | 1,738 | 1,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 331 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 369 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 1,061 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 677 | 996 |
Nearby Villages of Hanti
Hanti 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 Hanti
Public transport in the Hanti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Hanti.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Hanti is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanti 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 Hanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanti
Where is Hanti located?
Hanti village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanti is Uchati.
What is the pincode of Hanti?
The pincode of Hanti is 847203.
What is the population of Hanti?
Hanti had a total population of 3,275, including 1,738 males and 1,537 females.
How many households are there in Hanti?
Hanti had 672 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanti was 60.89%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 44.20%.