Bhawanipur - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bhawanipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 226805. The village covers a total geographical area of 512 hectares and falls under the 847104 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhawanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhawanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhawanipur village has a total population of 11,774 people, consisting of 6,058 males and 5,716 females. The village has 2,248 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,161 literate and 6,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,774 | 6,058 | 5,716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,234 | 1,141 | 1,093 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,565 | 810 | 755 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,161 | 3,125 | 2,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,613 | 2,933 | 3,680 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur.
| 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 Darbhanga to Bhawanipur is about 25 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 Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 847104.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 11,774, including 6,058 males and 5,716 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 2,248 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 43.83%. Male literacy is 51.58% and female literacy is 35.62%.