Bindraban Village - Amas, Gaya
Bindraban is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sawnkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bindraban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindraban is 255803. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bindraban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bindraban
As per Census 2011, Bindraban village has a total population of 1,044 people, consisting of 541 males and 503 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bindraban are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 541 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 271 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 338 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 203 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Bindraban
Bindraban 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 Bindraban
Public transport in the Bindraban is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Bindraban is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bindraban is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bindraban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindraban 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 Bindraban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bindraban 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 Bindraban
Where is Bindraban located?
Bindraban village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bindraban?
The Gram Panchayat of Bindraban is Sawnkala.
What is the pincode of Bindraban?
The pincode of Bindraban is 824219.
What is the population of Bindraban?
Bindraban has a total population of 1,044, including 541 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Bindraban?
There are 147 households in Bindraban.
What is the literacy rate in Bindraban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindraban is 53.45%. Male literacy is 62.48% and female literacy is 43.74%.